December weather forecast
De Soto, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in De Soto, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

De Soto in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a freezing cold 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In De Soto, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In De Soto, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127 days and collects up to 26.14" (664mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In De Soto, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.5 days and aggregates up to 7.2" (183mm) 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 7:20 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In De Soto, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in De Soto are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, De Soto experiences an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In De Soto, Kansas, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in De Soto?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in De Soto, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in De Soto?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in De Soto?

January, February, November 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
De Soto, KS

Average temperature in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
De Soto, KS

Average pressure in December - De Soto, KS
  • 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
De Soto, KS

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
De Soto, KS

Average humidity in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
De Soto, KS

Average rainfall in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
De Soto, KS

Average rainfall days in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
De Soto, KS

Average snowfall in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
De Soto, KS

Average snowfall days in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
De Soto, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
De Soto, KS

Average sunshine days in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
De Soto, KS

Average UV index in December - De Soto, 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
De Soto, KS

Average cloud cover in December - De Soto, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
De Soto, KS

Average visibility in December - De Soto, 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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