December weather forecast
McPherson, KS

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Weather in December

December rings in the winter season in McPherson, with temperatures dropping further and an expected snowfall of 1.22in. The typical winter landscape of December is often synonymous with festive holiday decorations. The city also experiences a slight increase in rainfall to 1.06in, after the dry November weather. While daylight hours are at their shortest due to the winter solstice, clear visibility contributes to a sparkling seasonal atmosphere. As the year wraps up, locals bundle up to enjoy the snowy landscapes and celebrate the holiday festivities, while awaiting yet another year of diverse weather in McPherson, Kansas.

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). In the month of December, an average of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In McPherson, in December, during 4.9 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In McPherson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.7 days and collects up to 23.31" (592mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In McPherson, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McPherson, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 9.21" (234mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In McPherson, 42.3°F (5.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In McPherson, during December, the rain falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in McPherson?

In McPherson, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McPherson, KS

Average temperature in December - McPherson, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°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°F).

Average pressure in December
McPherson, KS

Average pressure in December - McPherson, 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
McPherson, KS

Average wind speed in December - McPherson, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (61%).

Average rainfall in December
McPherson, KS

Average rainfall in December - McPherson, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
McPherson, KS

Average rainfall days in December - McPherson, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
McPherson, KS

Average snowfall in December - McPherson, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McPherson, KS

Average snowfall days in December - McPherson, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McPherson, 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 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
McPherson, KS

Average sunshine days in December - McPherson, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
McPherson, KS

Average UV index in December - McPherson, 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
McPherson, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
McPherson, KS

Average visibility in December - McPherson, 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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