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Atchison weather in December (Kansas, United States of America)

What's the typical weather in Atchison for December? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Atchison typically experiences low temperatures and moderate snow/rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Throughout the daytime, temperatures often hover around 5°C. However, as the sun sets and evening approaches, there's a noticeable cool-down. Temperatures gently drop to a more temperate -6°C. Prepare for low temperatures this month by wearing plenty of layers. It's essential to stay warm in such cold conditions.

Precipitation

Atchison in December usually receives moderate snow/rainfall, averaging around 51 mm for the month. Past climate data indicates that roughly 7 days will see snow/rain.

Average sunshine

The area enjoys a moderate level of sunlight, with around 146 hours. It's a good balance between sunny and cloudy days.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Atchison. October generally stands out with the best circumstances. While January, February and December tend to showcase less optimal conditions.

For an in-depth look at the yearly conditions, visit our specialized Atchison climate page with graphs.

 

Atchison, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature -6°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 5°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 23%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 51 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 7 days  
HumidityHumidity 71% *  
SunshineSunshine 146 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 50% *  
* Data from: Kansas City, the United States of America (45 KM, 28 Miles).

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Legend perfect weather pleasant tolerable unpleasant poor
Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Wear a base layer in cold weather; this is the #1 thing you can do to increase your overall body temperature.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
3/10
Walking
3/10
Camping
1/10
Outdoor sports
3/10

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