December weather forecast
Lecompton, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lecompton, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and an average high of 41°F (5°C).

Temperature

Lecompton experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). Lecompton, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 72%.

Rainfall

In Lecompton, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lecompton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 119.9 days and collects up to 21.1" (536mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Lecompton, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lecompton, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.1 days and aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41°F (5°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lecompton, the average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lecompton, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 5 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lecompton, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lecompton have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Lecompton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lecompton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lecompton, Kansas, is 5.5h.

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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Lecompton 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
Lecompton, KS

Average temperature in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°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 (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Lecompton, KS

Average pressure in December - Lecompton, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lecompton, KS

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Lecompton, KS

Average humidity in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

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

Average rainfall in December
Lecompton, KS

Average rainfall in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Lecompton, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lecompton, KS

Average snowfall in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lecompton, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lecompton, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lecompton, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Lecompton, KS

Average UV index in December - Lecompton, 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
Lecompton, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Lecompton, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

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
Lecompton, KS

Average visibility in December - Lecompton, 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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