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 start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 57.9°F (14.4°C) in November to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Throughout the month of December, Ponca City expects an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ponca City 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 in Ponca City are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ponca City, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.4 days and aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Ponca City, Oklahoma, 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.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. 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. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Ponca City in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ponca City, is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ponca City?

In Ponca City, Oklahoma, the average relative humidity in December is 67%.

What is the driest month in Ponca City?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Ponca City?

In Ponca City, Oklahoma, during December, the rain falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ponca City?

In Ponca City, in December, snow falls for 0.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ponca City?

The month with the shortest days in Ponca City, Oklahoma, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ponca City have in December?

In Ponca City, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / 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, in Ponca City, Oklahoma, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Ponca City?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Ponca City?

The average sunshine duration in December in Ponca City is 6.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ponca City?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ponca City?

In Ponca City, Oklahoma, 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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