December weather forecast
Chautauqua, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Chautauqua, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.4°F (8°C) and min 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). An average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

In Chautauqua, the average relative humidity in December is 69%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Chautauqua, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 1.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.6 snowfall days, and 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

Chautauqua in December has an average high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Chautauqua, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Chautauqua, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chautauqua have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Chautauqua have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Chautauqua?

In Chautauqua, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average temperature in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average pressure in December - Chautauqua, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average wind speed in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Chautauqua, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average rainfall in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average snowfall in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Chautauqua, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15 days).

Average UV index in December
Chautauqua, KS

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Chautauqua, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Chautauqua, KS

Average visibility in December - Chautauqua, 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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