December weather forecast
Shawnee, OK

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Weather in December

December ushers in winter's full effect, with the weather turning quite chilly. The decrease in daylight hours is well marked, signaling the arrival of the shortest days of the year. December again sees a slight increase in snowfall to 0.67" (17mm). The holiday season coupled with colder conditions makes for a festive atmosphere in the city. Despite being one of the coldest months of the year, December's festive spirit keeps Shawnee lively.

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions in Shawnee alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a refreshing 59.9°F (15.5°C) in November to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shawnee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 123.4 days and collects up to 25.87" (657mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Shawnee, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 6.5 snowfall days, and 3.66" (93mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Shawnee, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, 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 ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Shawnee?

In December, in Shawnee, the average high-temperature is 49.5°F (9.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 67%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shawnee, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Shawnee, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Shawnee, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:25 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawnee have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is August (92.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (48.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (72.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.9mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average humidity in December: 67%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (63%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.06").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 11h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.7 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Shawnee, OK
  • Average cloud cover in December: 33

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 38).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 19).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Shawnee, 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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