December weather forecast
Shawnee, KS

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Weather in December

December takes Shawnee through the onset of winter, with temperatures oscillating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C). The city witnesses a revival of consistent snowfall towards the later part of the month after a brief November interlude. In contrast to the dynamic weather changes of previous months, December remains steady with the progression of winter. Cold winds swirl around Shawnee as the city gets immersed in the festive spirit amidst a winter wonderland backdrop. Consequently, residents prepare for another year of varied climatic experience as one cycle comes full circle in Shawnee.

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). In the month of December, Shawnee records a consistent average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Humidity

In Shawnee, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Shawnee, in December, it is raining for 5.6 days, with typically 1.22" (31mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Shawnee, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Shawnee, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.2 snowfall days, and 8.58" (218mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Shawnee, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shawnee, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Shawnee, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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 many hours of sunshine does Shawnee have in December?

In Shawnee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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 in Shawnee.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°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
Shawnee, KS

Average pressure in December - Shawnee, 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
Shawnee, KS

Average wind speed in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

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
Shawnee, KS

Average humidity in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

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

Average rainfall in December
Shawnee, KS

Average rainfall in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Shawnee, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shawnee, KS

Average snowfall in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shawnee, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 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
Shawnee, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawnee, 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
Shawnee, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Shawnee, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Shawnee, KS

Average UV index in December - Shawnee, 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
Shawnee, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Shawnee, 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 25).

Average visibility in December
Shawnee, KS

Average visibility in December - Shawnee, 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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