December weather forecast
Waldo, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Waldo, Kansas, with temperature in the range of an average low of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and an average high of 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Waldo reports an average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Waldo, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Waldo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 109.3 days and collects up to 17.91" (455mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Waldo, in December, snow falls for 3.4 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 8.7" (221mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Waldo, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Waldo. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are January and December, with an average relative humidity of 67%.

What is the average humidity in December in Waldo?

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December in Waldo?

In Waldo, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Waldo in December?

In Waldo, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Waldo, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Waldo, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Waldo?

January and December, with an average of 6.2h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 6.2h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Waldo is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Waldo, KS

Average temperature in December - Waldo, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (93°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Waldo, KS

Average pressure in December - Waldo, 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 (29.84"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waldo, KS

Average wind speed in December - Waldo, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (9.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Waldo, KS

Average humidity in December - Waldo, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The months with the highest relative humidity are January and December (67%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (56%).

Average rainfall in December
Waldo, KS

Average rainfall in December - Waldo, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.99").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Waldo, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Waldo, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waldo, KS

Average snowfall in December - Waldo, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waldo, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Waldo, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waldo, 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 1min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waldo, KS

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (23.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Waldo, KS

Average UV index in December - Waldo, 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
Waldo, KS

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

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

Average visibility in December
Waldo, KS

Average visibility in December - Waldo, 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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