December weather forecast
Chetopa, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Chetopa, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

A shift in Chetopa's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Chetopa experiences an average low-temperature reading of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Chetopa, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Chetopa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.5 days and collects up to 12.44" (316mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Chetopa, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Chetopa, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.9 days and aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Chetopa, the average sunshine in December is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Chetopa, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Chetopa, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Chetopa have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Chetopa, KS

Average temperature in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Chetopa, KS

Average pressure in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Chetopa, KS

Average wind speed in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Chetopa, KS

Average humidity in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Chetopa, KS

Average rainfall in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Chetopa, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Chetopa, KS

Average snowfall in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Chetopa, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chetopa, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Chetopa, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Chetopa, KS

Average UV index in December - Chetopa, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Chetopa, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Chetopa, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Chetopa, KS

Average visibility in December - Chetopa, 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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