December weather forecast
Oxford, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oxford, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.3°F (13.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout the month of December, Oxford expects an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Humidity

In Oxford, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall in Oxford. Rain falls for 4.5 days and accumulates 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Oxford, Kansas, are January through March, October through December. In Oxford, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Oxford, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.8 days and aggregates up to 4.25" (108mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Oxford, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Oxford is 6.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Oxford?

The high-temperature in Oxford during December is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the low-temperature is 29.7°F (-1.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Oxford?

The average relative humidity in December is 68%.

What is the driest month in Oxford?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.5 days and typically collects 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Oxford?

In December, the rain falls for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oxford?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Oxford, Kansas.

What is the average length of the day in December in Oxford?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oxford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:21 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oxford?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Oxford?

In Oxford, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Oxford, KS

Average temperature in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (91.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°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 (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Oxford, KS

Average pressure in December - Oxford, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oxford, KS

Average wind speed in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Oxford, KS

Average humidity in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (76%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (65%).

Average rainfall in December
Oxford, KS

Average rainfall in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Oxford, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oxford, KS

Average snowfall in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oxford, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Oxford, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 6h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oxford, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (24.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Oxford, KS

Average UV index in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Oxford, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Oxford, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 21).

Average visibility in December
Oxford, KS

Average visibility in December - Oxford, 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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