December weather forecast
McDonald, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in McDonald, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Temperature

In McDonald, December is the month with the lowest recorded average temperatures, measuring a high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

Humidity

January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 63%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In McDonald, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation. In McDonald, during the entire year, the rain falls for 103.5 days and collects up to 14.49" (368mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in McDonald, Kansas. In McDonald, Kansas, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.5 snowfall days, and 10.28" (261mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, in McDonald, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in McDonald are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What part of the year is the coldest in McDonald?

The coldest period in McDonald, Kansas, is December, when temperatures fluctuate between an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and a low of 24.1°F (-4.4°C).

How cold is it in McDonald in December?

McDonald in December has an average high-temperature of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 24.1°F (-4.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 82.4°F (28°C).

What is the most humid month in McDonald?

The months with the highest humidity are January, February and December, with an average relative humidity of 63%.

What is the average humidity in December in McDonald?

In McDonald, the average relative humidity in December is 63%.

How many days does it rain in December in McDonald?

In McDonald, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in McDonald in December?

In December, in McDonald, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in McDonald?

The month with the shortest days in McDonald is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does McDonald have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in McDonald?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 8:06 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in McDonald?

The month with the least sunshine in McDonald, Kansas, is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in McDonald?

In McDonald, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in McDonald?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in McDonald, Kansas.

What is the UV index reading in December in McDonald?

In McDonald, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McDonald, KS

Average temperature in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is December (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
McDonald, KS

Average pressure in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.12"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.81"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
McDonald, KS

Average wind speed in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
McDonald, KS

Average humidity in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 63%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (63%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and September (50%).

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Average rainfall in December
McDonald, KS

Average rainfall in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.32").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
McDonald, KS

Average rainfall days in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (3.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
McDonald, KS

Average snowfall in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
McDonald, KS

Average snowfall days in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
McDonald, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
McDonald, KS

Average sunshine days in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
McDonald, KS

Average UV index in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
McDonald, KS

Average cloud cover in December - McDonald, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 29

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 32).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 18).

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Average visibility in December
McDonald, KS

Average visibility in December - McDonald, 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).

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