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December is a poor month in Atchison

Climate Overview

Atchison, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 7.4°C (45°F).

This month falls at the beginning of Winter. Cold conditions dominate the month.

Temperatures remain fairly steady throughout December, with daily highs around 7°C (45°F).

Rainfall is heaviest during the last third of the month, while the first third tends to be drier.

The warmest days tend to fall around the 3th, averaging 8.6°C (47°F).

Compared to November, this month is about 5°C cooler with 1 fewer rainy days. Temperatures begin dropping heading into January.

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Monthly December Averages

Temperature
7°C / -2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -6°C
Rain
5 days · 40 mm
Sunshine
6.4h / day
Humidity
68% — Humid
Wind
20 km/h
Wind Direction
WSW (250°)
Gusts
40 km/h
Daylight
9.4 h
Cloud Cover
51%
Clear Sky Days
7.2
UV Index
2.4 — Moderate
Dew Point
-2°C — Dry
Moon Phase
Waxing Crescent · 31%
Snow Days
3 days · 3.2 cm
Frost Days
20 days

Climate Charts

Daily averages based on historical data (2016–2025)

Daily Temperature

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Daily Precipitation

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Daily Sunshine

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Daily Wind Speed

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Wind Speed
Sun Position
Sunrise 07:35
Daylight 9.4h
Sunset 16:59

What to Expect

Cold daytime highs of 7°C (45°F) mean shorter outdoor excursions with warming breaks.

Rain is uncommon in this month, so most days stay dry from morning through evening.

2 of the last 5 yearly records were warmer than this month's long-run average.

Compare Months

January
Poor
Temp
3°C / -5°C
Feels Like
-1°C / -10°C
Rain
7days (45 mm) Good
Sun
6.2h Fair
Humidity
71% Muggy
UV
2.9 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
February
Poor
Temp
7°C / -4°C
Feels Like
3°C / -9°C
Rain
5days (30 mm) Good
Sun
7.7h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
4 Moderate
Snow Days
6days
March
Fair
Temp
14°C / 3°C
Feels Like
11°C / -1°C
Rain
9days (78 mm) Wet
Sun
7.8h Good
Humidity
64% Muggy
UV
5.1 High
Snow Days
2days
April
Good
Temp
19°C / 8°C
Feels Like
17°C / 4°C
Rain
9days (101 mm) Wet
Sun
9.4h Good
Humidity
61% Muggy
UV
6.1 High
Snow Days
1days
May best
Excellent
Temp
24°C / 14°C
Feels Like
24°C / 13°C
Rain
14days (176 mm) Wet
Sun
9.7h Good
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
7.1 Very High
June best
Excellent
Temp
30°C / 20°C
Feels Like
33°C / 21°C
Rain
9days (96 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
7.7 Very High
July
Fair
Temp
31°C / 22°C
Feels Like
35°C / 24°C
Rain
9days (100 mm) Wet
Sun
12.1h Excellent
Humidity
69% Muggy
UV
7.7 Very High
August best
Good
Temp
30°C / 21°C
Feels Like
33°C / 23°C
Rain
10days (111 mm) Wet
Sun
11.3h Excellent
Humidity
70% Muggy
UV
7 High
September best
Excellent
Temp
28°C / 18°C
Feels Like
29°C / 18°C
Rain
7days (66 mm) Good
Sun
10h Excellent
Humidity
66% Muggy
UV
5.9 High
October
Good
Temp
21°C / 11°C
Feels Like
19°C / 8°C
Rain
8days (97 mm) Wet
Sun
8.2h Good
Humidity
62% Muggy
UV
4.4 Moderate
Snow Days
1days
November
Fair
Temp
13°C / 3°C
Feels Like
9°C / 0°C
Rain
6days (58 mm) Good
Sun
7h Good
Humidity
67% Muggy
UV
3 Moderate
Snow Days
2days
December
Poor
Temp
7°C / -2°C
Feels Like
3°C / -6°C
Rain
5days (40 mm) Good
Sun
6.4h Fair
Humidity
68% Muggy
UV
2.4 Moderate
Snow Days
3days
Month Temp Feels Like Rain Sun Humidity UV Status Details
January 3°C / -5°C -1°C / -10°C 7days (45 mm) Good 6.2h Fair 71% Muggy 2.9 Moderate Poor View Details
February 7°C / -4°C 3°C / -9°C 5days (30 mm) Good 7.7h Good 64% Muggy 4 Moderate Poor View Details
March 14°C / 3°C 11°C / -1°C 9days (78 mm) Wet 7.8h Good 64% Muggy 5.1 High Fair View Details
April 19°C / 8°C 17°C / 4°C 9days (101 mm) Wet 9.4h Good 61% Muggy 6.1 High Good View Details
May best 24°C / 14°C 24°C / 13°C 14days (176 mm) Wet 9.7h Good 69% Muggy 7.1 Very High Excellent View Details
June best 30°C / 20°C 33°C / 21°C 9days (96 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 66% Muggy 7.7 Very High Excellent View Details
July 31°C / 22°C 35°C / 24°C 9days (100 mm) Wet 12.1h Excellent 69% Muggy 7.7 Very High Fair View Details
August best 30°C / 21°C 33°C / 23°C 10days (111 mm) Wet 11.3h Excellent 70% Muggy 7 High Good View Details
September best 28°C / 18°C 29°C / 18°C 7days (66 mm) Good 10h Excellent 66% Muggy 5.9 High Excellent View Details
October 21°C / 11°C 19°C / 8°C 8days (97 mm) Wet 8.2h Good 62% Muggy 4.4 Moderate Good View Details
November 13°C / 3°C 9°C / 0°C 6days (58 mm) Good 7h Good 67% Muggy 3 Moderate Fair View Details
December 7°C / -2°C 3°C / -6°C 5days (40 mm) Good 6.4h Fair 68% Muggy 2.4 Moderate Poor View Details

What to Wear

Full winter gear is a must — insulated coat, thermal base layers, warm hat, gloves, and waterproof boots.

Packing List

Warm coatThermal base layersScarf & glovesComfortable walking shoes

Frequently Asked Questions

December is typically poor for visiting Atchison, with average highs of 7°C (45°F) and around 5 rainy days. Atchison, United States in December has cold conditions, with highs averaging around 7.4°C (45°F).
Atchison typically sees around 5 rainy days in December with 40 mm (1.6 in) of total rainfall. An umbrella should suffice.
Yes, nights in Atchison during December are cold, averaging -2°C (29°F). Pack warm layers and a coat for evenings.
With highs of 7°C (45°F) and lows of -2°C (29°F) in December, we recommend: Warm coat, Thermal base layers, Scarf & gloves, Comfortable walking shoes. Comfortable walking shoes are essential.
December is not the most favourable month weather-wise in Atchison. Consider visiting during months with milder temperatures or less rainfall for a better experience.
The average UV index in Atchison during December is 2 (low). No special sun protection is needed.
Atchison gets approximately 9 hours of daylight per day in December, with around 6 hours of sunshine.
Yes, Atchison typically sees around 3 snow days in December with roughly 3 cm (1 in) of snowfall.

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