December weather forecast
Palmer, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Palmer, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to an icy 39.7°F (4.3°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Palmer is 72%.

Rainfall

In Palmer, in December, it is raining for 4.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Palmer, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 112.7 days and collects up to 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.5 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Palmer. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Palmer in December?

During December, Palmer experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Palmer?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Palmer?

In December, in Palmer, Kansas, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Palmer?

In Palmer, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Palmer?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Palmer have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Palmer?

On the first day of December in Palmer, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:04 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:14 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Palmer?

With an average of 5.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Palmer.

How many hours of sunshine does Palmer have in December?

In Palmer, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Palmer?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Palmer?

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

Average temperature in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Palmer, KS

Average pressure in December - Palmer, 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
Palmer, KS

Average wind speed in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Palmer, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Palmer, KS

Average rainfall in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Palmer, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Palmer, KS

Average snowfall in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Palmer, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Palmer, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Palmer, KS

Average UV index in December - Palmer, 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
Palmer, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Palmer, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Palmer, KS

Average visibility in December - Palmer, 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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