December weather forecast
Garden City, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Garden City, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). Garden City, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In December, in Garden City, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Garden City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.2 days and collects up to 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Garden City are January through May, October through December. In Garden City, Missouri, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Garden City, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.7 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Garden City.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Garden City is 5.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Garden City?

December temperatures in Garden City vary between a high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Garden City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Garden City is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December in Garden City?

In December, in Garden City, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Garden City?

In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Garden City?

The month with the shortest days in Garden City is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Garden City?

In Garden City, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Garden City?

On the first day of December in Garden City, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Garden City have in December?

In Garden City, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Garden City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Garden City?

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

Average temperature in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Garden City, MO

Average pressure in December - Garden City, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Garden City, MO

Average wind speed in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Garden City, MO

Average humidity in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

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

Average rainfall in December
Garden City, MO

Average rainfall in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Garden City, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Garden City, MO

Average snowfall in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Garden City, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Garden City, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Garden City, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Garden City, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13 days).

Average UV index in December
Garden City, MO

Average UV index in December - Garden City, 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
Garden City, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Garden City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Garden City, MO

Average visibility in December - Garden City, 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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