December weather forecast
Wakefield, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Wakefield, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 39.7°F (4.3°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a cold 39.7°F (4.3°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Wakefield is 72%.

Rainfall

In December, in Wakefield, the rain falls for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 112.7 rainfall days, and 21.26" (540mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Wakefield, Kansas. In Wakefield, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Wakefield, Kansas, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.5 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wakefield, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Wakefield is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wakefield are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Wakefield?

During December, Wakefield experiences an average high-temperature of 39.7°F (4.3°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wakefield?

The average relative humidity in December is 72%.

How much does it rain in Wakefield in December?

In Wakefield, during December, the rain falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Wakefield in December?

In Wakefield, Kansas, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wakefield?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Wakefield, Kansas, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wakefield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:05 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wakefield, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:15 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Wakefield?

The month with the least sunshine in Wakefield is December, with an average of 5.7h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wakefield?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Wakefield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wakefield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wakefield, KS

Average temperature in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Wakefield, KS

Average pressure in December - Wakefield, 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 (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wakefield, KS

Average wind speed in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Wakefield, KS

Average humidity in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 72%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (73%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Wakefield, KS

Average rainfall in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Wakefield, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wakefield, KS

Average snowfall in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wakefield, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wakefield, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wakefield, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Wakefield, KS

Average UV index in December - Wakefield, 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
Wakefield, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Wakefield, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 36

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 41).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 23).

Average visibility in December
Wakefield, KS

Average visibility in December - Wakefield, 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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