December weather forecast
Wichita, KS

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A yellow steel statue at the fork of the Arkansas River, of the iconic and traditional Keeper of the Plains Indian, in Wichita, Kansas
A yellow steel statue at the fork of the Arkansas River, of the iconic and traditional Keeper of the Plains Indian, in Wichita, Kansas

Weather in December

December in Wichita sees the full onset of winter, with notably cold temperatures and increased snowfall. The winter chill quickly sets in as the month progresses. December offers brief daylight hours, fewer hours of sunshine, and some of the coldest nights of the year. Despite the cold weather, holiday festivities bring warmth and cheer to the city. December stands out with a notably low-average maximum high temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C), consolidating its position as one of the coldest months in the year in Wichita.

Temperature

In Wichita, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). Throughout the month of December, Wichita observes an average nighttime temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°C).

Humidity

In Wichita, Kansas, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 3.7 days and accumulates 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11 snowfall days, and 3.74" (95mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 6.2h.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Wichita experiences an average high-temperature of 44.4°F (6.9°C) and a low-temperature of 28.8°F (-1.8°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 computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Wichita, the average relative humidity in December is 68%.

What is the driest month?

The month with the least rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 3.7 days and typically collects 0.39" (10mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wichita, Kansas, in December, it is raining for 3.7 days, with typically 0.39" (10mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wichita, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Wichita is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wichita have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:20 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wichita have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 6.2h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wichita, KS

Average temperature in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (73°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Wichita, KS

Average pressure in December - Wichita, 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 (29.86"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wichita, KS

Average wind speed in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (12.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (8.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Wichita, KS

Average humidity in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 68%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (72%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is July (60%).

Average rainfall in December
Wichita, KS

Average rainfall in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Wichita, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.7 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (12.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wichita, KS

Average snowfall in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wichita, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3 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
Wichita, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Wichita, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Wichita, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 25.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (25.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Wichita, KS

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Wichita, KS

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 20).

Average visibility in December
Wichita, KS

Average visibility in December - Wichita, 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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