December weather forecast
Fordland, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Fordland, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout the month of December, Fordland expects an average low of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Fordland, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 159.6 rainfall days, and 36.22" (920mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Fordland, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fordland, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.8 days and aggregates up to 10.75" (273mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Fordland, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fordland, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length in Fordland is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fordland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

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
Fordland, MO

Average temperature in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°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 (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Fordland, MO

Average pressure in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fordland, MO

Average wind speed in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Fordland, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Fordland, MO

Average rainfall in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Fordland, MO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fordland, MO

Average snowfall in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fordland, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fordland, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fordland, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Fordland, MO

Average UV index in December - Fordland, 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
Fordland, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Fordland, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Fordland, MO

Average visibility in December - Fordland, 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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