December weather forecast
Otis, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Otis, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

December stands out as Otis's coldest month, with temperatures ranging between an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Otis, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Otis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 97.2 days and collects up to 16.61" (422mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Otis, during December, snow falls for 2.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Otis, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.7 days and aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Otis. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What time of the year is the coldest in Otis?

In Otis, December is known for its average lowest temperatures, reaching a high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low of 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Is it cold in Otis during December?

During December, Otis experiences an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Otis?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Otis?

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

How much does it rain in Otis in December?

In Otis, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 3.4 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Otis in December?

In Otis, in December, snow falls for 2.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Otis?

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 in Otis?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Otis?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Otis?

With an average of 6.2h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Otis.

How many hours of sunshine does Otis have in December?

In Otis, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Otis?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Otis?

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

Average temperature in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average pressure in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average wind speed in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average humidity in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average rainfall in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average snowfall in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average UV index in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Otis, 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
Otis, KS

Average visibility in December - Otis, 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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