December weather forecast
Tonganoxie, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Tonganoxie, Kansas, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Tonganoxie observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a cold 41°F (5°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C) is noted.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Tonganoxie, in December, during 5.3 rainfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.2 rainfall days, and 25.47" (647mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tonganoxie, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow. In Tonganoxie, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 7.01" (178mm) of snow.

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 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

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 the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41°F (5°C) and 27.1°F (-2.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Tonganoxie?

In December, the rain falls for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 1.06" (27mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tonganoxie, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 0.91" (23mm) of snow.

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tonganoxie have in December?

In Tonganoxie, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tonganoxie, KS

Average temperature in December - Tonganoxie, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Tonganoxie, KS

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

Average wind speed in December
Tonganoxie, KS

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Tonganoxie, KS

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Tonganoxie, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Tonganoxie, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Tonganoxie, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tonganoxie, KS

Average snowfall in December - Tonganoxie, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tonganoxie, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Tonganoxie, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tonganoxie, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Tonganoxie, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Tonganoxie, KS

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tonganoxie, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Tonganoxie, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Tonganoxie, KS

Average visibility in December - Tonganoxie, 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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