December weather forecast
Peru, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Peru, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 69%.

Rainfall

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 4.3 days and typically collects 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Peru. In Peru, in December, snow falls for 1.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Peru, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.6 days and aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Peru, Kansas.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Peru in December?

The high-temperature in Peru, Kansas, during December is 46.4°F (8°C) and the low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Peru?

The average relative humidity in December is 69%.

What is the driest month in Peru?

December is the month with the least rainfall in Peru, Kansas. Rain falls for 4.3 days and accumulates 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Peru in December?

In Peru, Kansas, in December, during 4.3 rainfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Peru in December?

In Peru, Kansas, in December, during 1.3 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Peru?

The month with the shortest days in Peru, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Peru have in December?

In Peru, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Peru?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:07 pm. On the last day of the month, in Peru, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Peru?

The months with the least sunshine in Peru, Kansas, are January and December, with an average of 5.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Peru?

The average sunshine duration in December in Peru is 5.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Peru?

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Peru, Kansas.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Peru?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Peru, KS

Average temperature in December - Peru, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (44.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°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 (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Peru, KS

Average pressure in December - Peru, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Peru, KS

Average wind speed in December - Peru, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Peru, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, October and November (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Peru, KS

Average rainfall in December - Peru, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.43"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Peru, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Peru, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peru, KS

Average snowfall in December - Peru, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peru, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Peru, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peru, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peru, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Peru, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15 days).

Average UV index in December
Peru, KS

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

Average cloud cover in December
Peru, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Peru, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 34

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 40).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Peru, KS

Average visibility in December - Peru, 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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