December weather forecastKansas City, KS
December
Weather in December
December brings Kansas City, Kansas into the heart of winter, marked by the plummeting temperatures from November's averages. Rainfall amounts are low as snow becomes the predominant precipitation form. Despite shorter daylight hours, the city is still illuminated by occasional sunny days. December's weather echoes January's patterns, demonstrating the cyclical nature of the city's weather. As the month progresses, Kansas City gears up for the cold spell of January, once again completing the yearly weather cycle.Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Kansas City falls to an average low of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In Kansas City, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kansas City, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Kansas City, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).
Average pressure in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).
Average rainfall in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average rainfall in December: 0.91"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").
Average rainfall days in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.63"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 24min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Kansas City, KS
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
