December weather forecast
Waverly, KS

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Waverly, Kansas, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Waverly observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). Waverly records an average nighttime low-temperature of 28.4°F (-2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 71%.

Rainfall

In Waverly, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Waverly, there are 123.2 rainfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. In Waverly, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 6.69" (170mm) 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 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Waverly, is 42.6°F (5.9°C), while the low-temperature averages to 28.4°F (-2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Waverly?

In Waverly, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 71%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Waverly, during December, the rain falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Waverly, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 5:02 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:12 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Waverly, KS

Average temperature in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Waverly, KS

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

Average wind speed in December
Waverly, KS

Average wind speed in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Waverly, KS

Average humidity in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 71%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Waverly, KS

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.12").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Waverly, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waverly, KS

Average snowfall in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Waverly, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waverly, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Waverly, KS

Average UV index in December - Waverly, 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
Waverly, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Waverly, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 38

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 44).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Waverly, KS

Average visibility in December - Waverly, 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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