December weather forecast
Prairie Village, KS

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Weather in December

December ushers in the full force of winter in Prairie Village, Kansas. The cloud cover thickens, casting over the city a wintry somber atmosphere. The temperatures dip from 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to no higher than 40.8°F (4.9°C), establishing December as the second coldest month. Activities retreat indoors as the residents snuggle up against the biting cold. As the year wraps up, citizens of Prairie Village stay warm and cozy in their homes, celebrating the spirit of the holiday season.

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). Prairie Village's temperature drops to an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Prairie Village, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 62.3 rainfall days, and 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Prairie Village, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow. In Prairie Village, during the entire year, snow falls for 10.9 days and aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Prairie Village is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Prairie Village, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Prairie Village during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Prairie Village?

The average relative humidity in December in Prairie Village, Kansas, is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Prairie Village?

In Prairie Village, Kansas, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Prairie Village in December?

In Prairie Village, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prairie Village?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Prairie Village?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Prairie Village?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Prairie Village?

In Prairie Village, Kansas, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Prairie Village?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Prairie Village?

In Prairie Village, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average temperature in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average pressure in December - Prairie Village, 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
Prairie Village, KS

Average wind speed in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average humidity in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average rainfall in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.16").

Average rainfall days in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average snowfall in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 26.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average UV index in December - Prairie Village, 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
Prairie Village, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Prairie Village, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Prairie Village, KS

Average visibility in December - Prairie Village, 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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