December weather forecast
Excelsior Springs, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 39.9°F (4.4°C) and 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to an icy 39.9°F (4.4°C) from a cool 51.8°F (11°C). During the nights in December, Excelsior Springs experiences a consistent average temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

In Excelsior Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Excelsior Springs, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.2 rainfall days, and 27.72" (704mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Excelsior Springs are January through May, October through December. In Excelsior Springs, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.8 snowfall days, and 10" (254mm) 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 in Excelsior Springs, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Excelsior Springs is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Excelsior Springs during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Excelsior Springs, is 39.9°F (4.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 26.8°F (-2.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Excelsior Springs?

In Excelsior Springs, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Excelsior Springs in December?

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Excelsior Springs?

In Excelsior Springs, Missouri, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Excelsior Springs?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Excelsior Springs.

What is the average length of the day in December in Excelsior Springs?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Excelsior Springs?

On the first day of December in Excelsior Springs, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Excelsior Springs have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Excelsior Springs, Missouri, is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Excelsior Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Excelsior Springs?

In Excelsior Springs, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average temperature in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average pressure in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average wind speed in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average humidity in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average rainfall in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average snowfall in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.07").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average UV index in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Excelsior Springs, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Excelsior Springs, MO

Average visibility in December - Excelsior Springs, 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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