December weather forecastTopeka, KS
December
Weather in December
December in Topeka is marked by a return to winter weather. With the substantial drop in temperature and an increase in snowfall, winter asserts its presence. The relative humidity increases, adding to the chill of the season. The average temperatures range from 27.3°F (-2.6°C) to 40.8°F (4.9°C). To conclude the weather circle, December brings back the cold of winter along with festive cheer.Temperature
In Topeka, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a cold 40.8°F (4.9°C). Throughout December nights, Topeka experiences a consistent temperature average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In Topeka, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.Rainfall
In Topeka, during December, the rain falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 123.3 rainfall days, and 23.82" (605mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Topeka, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Topeka, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 6.5" (165mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:00 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:10 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Topeka, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. 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
Topeka, KS
- Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°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
Topeka, KS
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.87"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Topeka, KS
- Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Topeka, KS
- Average humidity in December: 72%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).
Average rainfall in December
Topeka, KS
- Average rainfall in December: 0.83"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").
Average rainfall days in December
Topeka, KS
- Average rainfall days in December: 5 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 days).
Average snowfall in December
Topeka, KS
- Average snowfall in December: 0.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Topeka, KS
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Topeka, 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 36min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Topeka, KS
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Topeka, 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
Topeka, KS
- Average cloud cover in December: 39
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in December
Topeka, 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).
