December weather forecast
Kanopolis, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kanopolis, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Kanopolis, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are the most humid months in Kanopolis.

Rainfall

In Kanopolis, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 3.3 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kanopolis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.6 days and collects up to 12.13" (308mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Kanopolis, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kanopolis, Kansas, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 4.76" (121mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kanopolis.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Kanopolis during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kanopolis, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Kanopolis?

May and December, with an average relative humidity of 69%, are most humid months in Kanopolis, Kansas.

What is the average humidity in December in Kanopolis?

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

How much does it rain in Kanopolis in December?

In Kanopolis, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Kanopolis in December?

In Kanopolis, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kanopolis?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kanopolis have in December?

In December, the average day length in Kanopolis is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Kanopolis?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Kanopolis?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Kanopolis have in December?

In Kanopolis, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Kanopolis?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kanopolis?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average temperature in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average pressure in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Kanopolis, KS

Average wind speed in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Kanopolis, KS

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and December (69%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (59%).

Average rainfall in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average rainfall in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").

Average rainfall days in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average snowfall in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 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
Kanopolis, KS

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average UV index in December - Kanopolis, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Kanopolis, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 32

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 36).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Kanopolis, KS

Average visibility in December - Kanopolis, 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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