December weather forecast
Powhattan, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Powhattan, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.5°F (3.6°C) and an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 38.5°F (3.6°C). In December, Powhattan's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 25.5°F (-3.6°C) during the night.

Humidity

In Powhattan, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Powhattan, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Powhattan, Kansas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.6 days and collects up to 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Powhattan, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Powhattan, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.1 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

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 7:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Powhattan, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Powhattan, in December, the average high-temperature is 38.5°F (3.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 25.5°F (-3.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Powhattan, Kansas, is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Powhattan, in December, during 5.1 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Powhattan, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Powhattan, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Powhattan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Powhattan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

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

Average temperature in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Powhattan, KS

Average pressure in December - Powhattan, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Powhattan, KS

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Powhattan, KS

Average humidity in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
Powhattan, KS

Average rainfall in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Powhattan, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Powhattan, KS

Average snowfall in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Powhattan, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Powhattan, 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 3min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Powhattan, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Powhattan, KS

Average UV index in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Powhattan, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Powhattan, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

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

Average visibility in December
Powhattan, KS

Average visibility in December - Powhattan, 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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