December weather forecast
Canton, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Canton, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 42.3°F (5.7°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

Canton's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to an icy 42.3°F (5.7°C). An average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Canton, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation. In Canton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Canton. In Canton, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Canton, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine in Canton, Kansas, are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Canton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Canton, is 42.3°F (5.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°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 appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Canton?

The average relative humidity in December in Canton is 69%.

How many days does it rain in December in Canton?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Canton?

In Canton, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Canton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Canton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Canton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:09 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:19 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Canton?

January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Canton, Kansas.

How many hours of sunshine does Canton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Canton is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Canton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Canton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Canton is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Canton, KS

Average temperature in December - Canton, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Canton, KS

Average pressure in December - Canton, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Canton, KS

Average wind speed in December - Canton, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Canton, KS

Average humidity in December - Canton, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in December
Canton, KS

Average rainfall in December - Canton, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Canton, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Canton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Canton, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Canton, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Canton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Canton, 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: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Canton, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Canton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Canton, KS

Average UV index in December - Canton, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Canton, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Canton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Canton, KS

Average visibility in December - Canton, 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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