December weather forecast
Ponca City, OK

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Weather in December

December in Ponca City, Oklahoma is marked by a full onset of winter. It encapsulates cold temperatures, frequent snowfall, and limited daylight hours. The city also sees brief periods of rain, adding to the overall chill. In December, the maximum temperature records at 46.8°F (8.2°C), while the minimum plummets to 31.3°F (-0.4°C), and pressure heightens to a year's peak at 30.13" (765mm).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). During December nights, Ponca City witnesses a consistent average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Ponca City, in December, during 0.9 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Ponca City, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.4 days and aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 6.1h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 67%.

What is the driest month?

December is the month with the least rainfall. Rain falls for 5.6 days and accumulates 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ponca City, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ponca City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 6.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ponca City, Oklahoma, the average sunshine duration in December is 6.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ponca City?

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

How high is the UV index 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
Ponca City, OK

Average temperature in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (92.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ponca City, OK

Average pressure in December - Ponca City, OK
  • 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ponca City, OK

Average wind speed in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

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
Ponca City, OK

Average humidity in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (75%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in December
Ponca City, OK

Average rainfall in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is December (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Ponca City, OK

Average rainfall days in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ponca City, OK

Average snowfall in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ponca City, OK

Average snowfall days in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Ponca City, OK

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ponca City, OK

Average sunshine days in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ponca City, OK

Average UV index in December - Ponca City, OK
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ponca City, OK

Average cloud cover in December - Ponca City, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 31

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

Average visibility in December
Ponca City, OK

Average visibility in December - Ponca City, OK
  • 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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