December weather forecast
McCracken, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in McCracken, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

McCracken reaches its lowest average temperatures in December, measuring 43.2°F (6.2°C) at the peak and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) at the lowest.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 65%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In McCracken, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 97.2 rainfall days, and 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In McCracken, in December, during 2.7 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.7 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.2h 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month?

With average high and low temperatures of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively, December is McCracken's coldest month.

Is it cold during December?

In December, in McCracken, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.1°F (-2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 65%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In McCracken, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

How much does it rain in December?

In McCracken, in December, during 3.4 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does McCracken have in December?

In McCracken, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does McCracken have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in McCracken?

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 McCracken, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McCracken, KS

Average temperature in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
McCracken, KS

Average pressure in December - McCracken, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McCracken, KS

Average wind speed in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.8mph).

Average humidity in December
McCracken, KS

Average humidity in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (54%).

Average rainfall in December
McCracken, KS

Average rainfall in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
McCracken, KS

Average rainfall days in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
McCracken, KS

Average snowfall in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McCracken, KS

Average snowfall days in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.2 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
McCracken, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McCracken, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
McCracken, KS

Average sunshine days in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
McCracken, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
McCracken, KS

Average cloud cover in December - McCracken, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 30

The months with the most cloud cover are February and April (Cloud cover 34).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 18).

Average visibility in December
McCracken, KS

Average visibility in December - McCracken, 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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