Kansas weather in December
Considering a trip to Kansas this December and wondering about the expected weather conditions? Find all the crucial information you need right here, addressing your question:
What is the weather like in Kansas in December?
Kansas is a region in the United States of America. December in Kansas generally has cold temperatures, with precipitation levels ranging from low to moderate. During December, winter is in full swing.
The average maximum temperatures are cold and range from 4°C in Marysville to 8°C in Coffeyville. Nighttime temperatures generally drop to -3°C in Coffeyville and -8°C in Marysville.
In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From low snow/rainfall in Goodland with an average of 17 mm to moderate snow/rainfall in Fort Scott with 69 mm. The city Wichita usually sees around 166 hours of sunlight, indicating a moderately sunny period.
For specific regional insights in Kansas for December, refer to the map provided below. For an in-depth overview of the yearly weather conditions, do visit our Kansas climate page.
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What is the weather like in December for the 5 most popular destinations in Kansas?
Average weather in Wichita
In December Wichita generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 7°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Topeka
In December Topeka generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Lawrence
In December Lawrence generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Olathe
In December Olathe generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 6°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -4°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Average weather in Kansas City
In December Kansas City generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 5°C, minimum nighttime temperatures around -5°C and moderate monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are poor that month.
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Is your destination not in the list? Have a look at other destinations in Kansas, in the United States of America.
Is December the best time to visit Kansas?
In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Kansas due to the typically poor weather in Wichita.
On average, the best time to visit Kansas is in April, September and October with generally perfect weather in Wichita. In contrast, February and December tend to have poor weather conditions.
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