December weather - Winter 2024

Weather in December
Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Average pressure in December
Average wind speed in December
Average humidity in December
Average rainfall in December
Average rainfall days in December
Average snowfall in December
Average snowfall days in December
Average daylight in December
Average sunshine in December
Average sunshine days in December
Average UV index in December
Average cloud cover in December
Average visibility in December

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Weather in December

December embraces the full onset of winter in Overland Park, with average high temperatures dipping to around 40.8°F (4.9°C). Daylight significantly decreases, with sunshine scarce to around 5.4 hours daily, casting a distinctive winter ambiance throughout. Cold waves run common, turning the city into a winter wonderland. Touches of snowfall further intensify the winter feel around Christmas celebrations. Despite the biting cold, the holiday cheer endows the city with a warm and inviting aura.

Temperature

December comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to an icy 40.8°F (4.9°C). December brings an average low-temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) to Overland Park.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Overland Park is 73%.

Rainfall

In Overland Park, during December, the rain falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Overland Park, there are 62.3 rainfall days, and 4.76" (121mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall in Overland Park, Kansas. In December, in Overland Park, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Overland Park, there are 10.9 snowfall days, and 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Overland Park, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Overland Park?

The high-temperature, in December, in Overland Park, records 40.8°F (4.9°C), while the low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Overland Park?

In Overland Park, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in Overland Park in December?

In Overland Park, Kansas, in December, during 2.5 rainfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Overland Park in December?

In Overland Park, Kansas, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Overland Park?

The month with the shortest days in Overland Park, Kansas, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Overland Park have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Overland Park?

On the first day of December in Overland Park, Kansas, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Overland Park?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Overland Park, Kansas, is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Overland Park?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Overland Park?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Overland Park is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

52.7°F 11.5°C

40.8°F 4.9°C

37.4°F 3°C

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

10.2mph 16.4km/h

9.8mph 15.8km/h

10.3mph 16.6km/h

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

25.6

26.7

27.3

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Overland Park, KS

Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Overland Park, KS

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Overland Park, KS

Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Overland Park, KS

Average humidity in December: 73%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Overland Park, KS

Average rainfall in December: 0.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.71").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.16").

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Average rainfall days in December
Overland Park, KS

Average rainfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (8.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (2.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Overland Park, KS

Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Overland Park, KS

Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Overland Park, KS

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Overland Park, KS

Average sunshine days in December: 26.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (27.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (19.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Overland Park, KS

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Overland Park, KS

Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Overland Park, 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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December weather forecast
Overland Park, KS

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