December weather forecast
WaKeeney, KS

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Weather in December

December welcomes winters back in WaKeeney. The sharp plummet in temperature from the previous month is accompanied by an increase in snowfall up to 2.32" (59mm). Coupled with the festivities, December transforms WaKeeney into a winter wonderland. Despite shorter daylight hours, the snow-covered landscapes manage to create magical bright days. As the year draws to a close, December combines winter chill, festive warmth and the joy of the holiday season.

Temperature

December ushers in a slight temperature change, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). In WaKeeney, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 26.2°F (-3.2°C) during December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 65%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In WaKeeney, in December, during 2.9 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in WaKeeney, there are 105.3 rainfall days, and 16.93" (430mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in WaKeeney. December is the month with the most snowfall in WaKeeney. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in WaKeeney is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in WaKeeney.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in WaKeeney in December?

In December, in WaKeeney, the average high-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 26.2°F (-3.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months in WaKeeney?

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 65%, are most humid months in WaKeeney, Kansas.

What is the average humidity in December in WaKeeney?

In WaKeeney, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 65%.

How many days does it rain in December in WaKeeney?

In December, in WaKeeney, Kansas, the rain falls for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

When does it snow the most in WaKeeney?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 4.9 days and accumulates 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in WaKeeney?

In WaKeeney, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in WaKeeney?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in WaKeeney?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in WaKeeney?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in WaKeeney, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:27 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in WaKeeney?

The months with the least sunshine in WaKeeney are January and December, with an average of 6.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does WaKeeney have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in WaKeeney, Kansas, is 6.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in WaKeeney?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in WaKeeney?

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

Average temperature in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°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 (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average pressure in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.83"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average wind speed in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.9mph).

Average humidity in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average humidity in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 65%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (65%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (52%).

Average rainfall in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average rainfall in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.76").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and November (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average rainfall days in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is August (14.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (2.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average snowfall in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average snowfall days in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - WaKeeney, 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: 6h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 11h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 6h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average sunshine days in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average UV index in December - WaKeeney, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average cloud cover in December - WaKeeney, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 35).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
WaKeeney, KS

Average visibility in December - WaKeeney, 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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