December weather forecast
Parsons, KS

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Weather in December

The city of Parsons, Kansas rounds out the year with December, bringing temperatures that are marginally higher than those in January, despite it being the gateway to the winter season. Just as in January, snowfall makes a comeback adding a touch of white to the cityscape. December represents a significant shift from the climate in November with colder temperatures, shorter days, and increased chances of snowfall. The extended evenings and colder nights invite a cozy and festive atmosphere during the holiday season.

Temperature

Parsons's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Parsons experiences a mean low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In Parsons, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Parsons, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.4 days and collects up to 19.69" (500mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Parsons, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Parsons, the average sunshine in December is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Parsons, records 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Parsons, during December, the rain falls for 4.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Parsons, Kansas, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Parsons?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 5:03 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:13 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Parsons have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Parsons?

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 Parsons?

In Parsons, 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 cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Parsons, KS

Average temperature in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Parsons, KS

Average pressure in December - Parsons, 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
Parsons, KS

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Parsons, KS

Average humidity in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Parsons, KS

Average rainfall in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Parsons, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Parsons, KS

Average snowfall in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Parsons, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Parsons, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Parsons, KS

Average UV index in December - Parsons, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Parsons, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Parsons, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 37

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 24).

Average visibility in December
Parsons, KS

Average visibility in December - Parsons, 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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