December weather forecast
Kirksville, MO

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter in Kirksville, Missouri, with cold temperatures being dominant throughout the month. High temperatures remain at about 37.4°F (3°C) making it one of the coldest months of the year. Decreased daylight hours indicate short days and long nights. As the new year approaches, the weather conditions remain largely unchanged, setting the stage for January's freezing temperatures. The advent of the holiday season amid snowy settings creates a festive atmosphere across the city, making December a delight despite the chilly conditions.

Temperature

Kirksville, Missouri, observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C) to a cold 37.4°F (3°C). During December, Kirksville's temperature averages to a freezing cold 25.2°F (-3.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In Kirksville, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kirksville, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 6.8 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Kirksville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.5 days and collects up to 26.69" (678mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Kirksville, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.6 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kirksville, Missouri.
On the first day of December in Kirksville, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Kirksville is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kirksville are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Kirksville in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kirksville, is 37.4°F (3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 25.2°F (-3.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Kirksville?

In December, the average relative humidity in Kirksville is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Kirksville?

In December, in Kirksville, the rain falls for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Kirksville?

In December, in Kirksville, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kirksville?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Kirksville?

The average day length in December in Kirksville is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kirksville?

On the first day of December in Kirksville, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kirksville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Kirksville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Kirksville?

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

Average temperature in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 37.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirksville, MO

Average pressure in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kirksville, MO

Average wind speed in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirksville, MO

Average humidity in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Kirksville, MO

Average rainfall in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirksville, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirksville, MO

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Kirksville, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Kirksville, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirksville, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirksville, MO

Average UV index in December - Kirksville, 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
Kirksville, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Kirksville, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Kirksville, MO

Average visibility in December - Kirksville, 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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