December weather forecast
Dodge City, AR

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dodge City, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 55°F (12.8°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from an enjoyable 63.3°F (17.4°C) in November to a cool 55°F (12.8°C). During December, Dodge City experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Dodge City, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation. In Dodge City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 152.6 days and collects up to 36.69" (932mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 3.1 snowfall days, and 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 3 to 5 symbolizes a moderate threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 3 transforms into these recommendations:
Adopt protective measures - Requirement to safeguard skin and eyes from harm exists. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 55°F (12.8°C) and the low-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dodge City, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dodge City, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.5 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dodge City, with an average of 10h and 0min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Dodge City, the average day length in December is 10h and 1min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dodge City, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 3, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 3. A UV Index reading of 3 to 5 represents a moderate vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dodge City, AR

Average temperature in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average high temperature in December: 55°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (94.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (53.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 40.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (37.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dodge City, AR

Average pressure in December - Dodge City, AR
  • 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dodge City, AR

Average wind speed in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Dodge City, AR

Average humidity in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Dodge City, AR

Average rainfall in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Dodge City, AR

Average rainfall days in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dodge City, AR

Average snowfall in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dodge City, AR

Average snowfall days in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dodge City, AR

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average daylight in December: 10h and 0min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 10h and 0min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dodge City, AR

Average sunshine days in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dodge City, AR

Average UV index in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average UV index in December: 3

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 3).

Average cloud cover in December
Dodge City, AR

Average cloud cover in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Dodge City, AR

Average visibility in December - Dodge City, AR
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March and December (5mi).

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