December weather forecast
Peabody, KS

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Peabody, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and max 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

In Peabody, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). Peabody observes an average nighttime temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

In Peabody, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 126.2 rainfall days, and 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Peabody, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Peabody, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.7 days and aggregates up to 8.11" (206mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Peabody, the average sunshine in December is 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Peabody, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Peabody, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:08 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:18 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Peabody, the average sunshine duration in December is 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?

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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Peabody, KS

Average temperature in December - Peabody, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Peabody, KS

Average pressure in December - Peabody, 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
Peabody, KS

Average wind speed in December - Peabody, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 11mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Peabody, KS

Average humidity in December - Peabody, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 69%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (74%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Peabody, KS

Average rainfall in December - Peabody, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Peabody, KS

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peabody, KS

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peabody, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Peabody, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peabody, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Peabody, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Peabody, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Peabody, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Peabody, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 39).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 22).

Average visibility in December
Peabody, KS

Average visibility in December - Peabody, 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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