December weather forecast
California, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in California, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). California, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In California, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142 rainfall days, and 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In California, in December, during 4.1 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In California, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in California?

In December, in California, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In California, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In California, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does California have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does California have in December?

In California, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In California, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
California, MO

Average temperature in December - California, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
California, MO

Average pressure in December - California, MO
  • 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
California, MO

Average wind speed in December - California, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
California, MO

Average humidity in December - California, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
California, MO

Average rainfall in December - California, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
California, MO

Average rainfall days in December - California, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
California, MO

Average snowfall in December - California, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
California, MO

Average snowfall days in December - California, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
California, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - California, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
California, MO

Average sunshine days in December - California, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
California, MO

Average UV index in December - California, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
California, MO

Average cloud cover in December - California, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
California, MO

Average visibility in December - California, MO
  • 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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