December weather forecast
Farmington, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Farmington, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). During December, Farmington sees a mean low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Farmington, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.32" (59mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Farmington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.9 days and collects up to 31.54" (801mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Farmington, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. In Farmington, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.9 days and aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Farmington is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, in Farmington, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Farmington, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Farmington, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Farmington have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Farmington?

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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Farmington, MO

Average temperature in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Farmington, MO

Average pressure in December - Farmington, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Farmington, MO

Average wind speed in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Farmington, MO

Average humidity in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Farmington, MO

Average rainfall in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Farmington, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Farmington, MO

Average snowfall in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.56").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Farmington, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Farmington, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Farmington, MO

Average UV index in December - Farmington, 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
Farmington, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Farmington, MO

Average visibility in December - Farmington, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).

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