December weather forecast
Dodge City, KS

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The old stone building that is home to the Ford County Courthouse in Dodge City, Kansas
The old stone building that is home to the Ford County Courthouse in Dodge City, Kansas

Weather in December

Wrapping up the year, December continues the winter trend, with the highest temperature averaging at a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Despite the low temperatures and the increased possibility of snowfall, averaging 1.22" (31mm), Dodge City's Christmas spirit remains undeterred. As the New Year looms, Dodge City anticipates the promise of a fresh start amidst its wintry setting.

Temperature

In Dodge City, December is the coldest month, with temperatures averaging a high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

Rainfall

In Dodge City, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Dodge City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 95.4 days and collects up to 15.59" (396mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Dodge City, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.4 snowfall days, and 8.39" (213mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, November 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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the coldest months?

The lowest temperatures are recorded in December, with averages reaching a high of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low of 27.7°F (-2.4°C).

Is it cold during December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 27.7°F (-2.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 62%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 62%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dodge City, in December, it is raining for 2.5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dodge City, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dodge City have in December?

In December, the average day length in Dodge City is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:31 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Dodge City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.7°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Dodge City, KS

Average pressure in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dodge City, KS

Average wind speed in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (10.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dodge City, KS

Average humidity in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 62%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (62%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in December
Dodge City, KS

Average rainfall in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Dodge City, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (2.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dodge City, KS

Average snowfall in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dodge City, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dodge City, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dodge City, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (25.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dodge City, KS

Average UV index in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Dodge City, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Dodge City, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 26

The month with the most cloud cover is April (Cloud cover 31).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 17).

Average visibility in December
Dodge City, KS

Average visibility in December - Dodge City, 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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