December weather forecast
Paola, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Paola, Kansas, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.9°F (5.5°C) and min 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Paola, during December, the rain falls for 5.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. In Paola, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.2 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Paola, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.1 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 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Paola, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Paola, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Paola, in December, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paola have in December?

In Paola, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Paola, KS

Average temperature in December - Paola, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Paola, KS

Average pressure in December - Paola, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paola, KS

Average wind speed in December - Paola, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Paola, KS

Average humidity in December - Paola, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Paola, KS

Average rainfall in December - Paola, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Paola, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Paola, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paola, KS

Average snowfall in December - Paola, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paola, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Paola, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paola, 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: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paola, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Paola, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Paola, KS

Average UV index in December - Paola, 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
Paola, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Paola, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Paola, KS

Average visibility in December - Paola, 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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