December weather forecast
Frankfort, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Frankfort, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 38.7°F (3.7°C) and 24.4°F (-4.2°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). Frankfort observes an average low-temperature of 24.4°F (-4.2°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Frankfort, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation. In Frankfort, during the entire year, the rain falls for 127.7 days and collects up to 24.92" (633mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Frankfort, during December, snow falls for 4.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In Frankfort, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.6 days and aggregates up to 8.46" (215mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Frankfort. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Frankfort, 38.7°F (3.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 24.4°F (-4.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Frankfort, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Frankfort have in December?

In Frankfort, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Frankfort?

The months with the least sunshine in Frankfort are January and December, with an average of 5.5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Frankfort have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Frankfort?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Frankfort, KS

Average temperature in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Frankfort, KS

Average pressure in December - Frankfort, 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
Frankfort, KS

Average wind speed in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Frankfort, KS

Average humidity in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is January (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Frankfort, KS

Average rainfall in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.3"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Frankfort, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Frankfort, KS

Average snowfall in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Frankfort, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Frankfort, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Frankfort, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Frankfort, KS

Average UV index in December - Frankfort, 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
Frankfort, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Frankfort, KS

Average visibility in December - Frankfort, 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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