December weather forecast
Lake Quivira, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Quivira, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Lake Quivira observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). In December, Lake Quivira experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Lake Quivira, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lake Quivira, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.2 days and aggregates up to 8.58" (218mm) 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Lake Quivira, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.6°F (4.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°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 Lake Quivira, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lake Quivira, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lake Quivira, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Quivira have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lake Quivira have in December?

In Lake Quivira, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average pressure in December - Lake Quivira, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average wind speed in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average humidity in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average rainfall in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average snowfall in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Quivira, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average UV index in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Quivira, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Lake Quivira, KS

Average visibility in December - Lake Quivira, 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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