December weather forecast
Pittsburg, KS

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Weather in December

December concludes the year with its coldest and darkest days in Pittsburg. November's nascent chill evolves into December's intense winter frost. The city meets palpable snowfall, recording an accumulation of 0.87" (22mm). Residents gear up for the festive season against a backdrop of winter's snowy splendor. Moving into January, anticipate similar low temperatures, as winter continues to reign.

Temperature

Welcoming December, Pittsburg observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Pittsburg's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Pittsburg is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, in Pittsburg, Kansas, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pittsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.6 days and collects up to 32.83" (834mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Pittsburg, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Pittsburg, Kansas, there are 14.1 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Pittsburg, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of December, in Pittsburg, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Pittsburg. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Pittsburg?

In December, in Pittsburg, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pittsburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Pittsburg is 73%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pittsburg?

In December, in Pittsburg, Kansas, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Pittsburg?

In Pittsburg, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pittsburg?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pittsburg have in December?

In December, the average day length in Pittsburg, Kansas, is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Pittsburg?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 5:01 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:11 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pittsburg have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pittsburg, Kansas, is 5.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Pittsburg?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Pittsburg?

In Pittsburg, Kansas, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average temperature in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average pressure in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average wind speed in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (11.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average humidity in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average rainfall in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.67").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average rainfall days in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average snowfall in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average snowfall days in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pittsburg, 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: 5h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average sunshine days in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pittsburg, KS

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

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average cloud cover in December - Pittsburg, KS
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Pittsburg, KS

Average visibility in December - Pittsburg, 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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