December weather forecast
Paola, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Paola, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). In Paola, December nights witness a steady temperature drop to a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Paola is 73%.

Rainfall

In Paola, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Paola, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Paola, Kansas. In Paola, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Paola, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.1 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) 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 December in Paola, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Paola?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Paola, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paola?

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Paola in December?

In December, in Paola, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Paola in December?

In December, in Paola, Kansas, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paola?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Paola have in December?

In Paola, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Paola?

On the first day of December in Paola, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paola?

In Paola, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paola?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Paola?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Paola, KS

Average temperature in December - Paola, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paola, KS

Average pressure in December - Paola, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Paola, KS

Average wind speed in December - Paola, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paola, KS

Average humidity in December - Paola, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paola, KS

Average rainfall in December - Paola, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paola, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Paola, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paola, KS

Average snowfall in December - Paola, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paola, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Paola, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 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
Paola, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paola, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paola, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Paola, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paola, KS

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Paola, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Paola, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Paola, KS

Average visibility in December - Paola, 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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