December weather forecastPonca City, OK
December
Weather in December
December in Ponca City, Oklahoma is marked by a full onset of winter. It encapsulates cold temperatures, frequent snowfall, and limited daylight hours. The city also sees brief periods of rain, adding to the overall chill. In December, the maximum temperature records at 46.8°F (8.2°C), while the minimum plummets to 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and pressure heightens to a year's peak at 30.13" (765mm).Temperature
The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During December nights, Ponca City witnesses a consistent average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.Rainfall
December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ponca City, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ponca City, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.4 days and aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.
Sunshine
The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Ponca City, OK
- 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
Ponca City, OK
- Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average humidity in December: 67%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).
Average rainfall in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average rainfall in December: 0.79"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").
Average rainfall days in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average snowfall in December: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 6h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days
The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Ponca City, OK
- Average cloud cover in December: 31
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 20).
Average visibility in December
Ponca City, OK
- 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).
