December weather forecast
North Kansas City, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in North Kansas City, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.8°F (4.9°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, North Kansas City experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cool 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

In North Kansas City, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In North Kansas City, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 129.2 rainfall days, and 20.75" (527mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In North Kansas City, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In North Kansas City, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in North Kansas City, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in North Kansas City, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In North Kansas City, Missouri, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in North Kansas City are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in North Kansas City during December?

In December, in North Kansas City, the average high-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in North Kansas City?

The average relative humidity in December in North Kansas City is 74%.

How much does it rain in North Kansas City in December?

In North Kansas City, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in North Kansas City in December?

In North Kansas City, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in North Kansas City?

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

How many hours of daylight does North Kansas City have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in North Kansas City?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does North Kansas City have in December?

In North Kansas City, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in North Kansas City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in North Kansas City?

In North Kansas City, Missouri, 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average temperature in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.6°F).

Average pressure in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average pressure in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average wind speed in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average humidity in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average rainfall days in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average snowfall days in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
North Kansas City, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average sunshine days in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average UV index in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average cloud cover in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
North Kansas City, MO

Average visibility in December - North Kansas City, MO
  • 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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