December weather forecast
Lake Ozark, MO

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Weather in December

December arrives with a full thrust of winter, marked by low temperatures that stand out from the milder conditions in November. The city registers 1.61" (41mm) of snowfall, signaling the onset of the peak winter phase. With daylight hours reaching their minimum for the year and cloud cover blocking most of the sun, the city turns significantly colder. The reduced visibility owing to the increased cloud cover and lower temperatures mark the end of the year.

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 chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). The low-temperature averages to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Lake Ozark, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Lake Ozark, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lake Ozark, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.1 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lake Ozark, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Lake Ozark, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.2 days and aggregates up to 10.79" (274mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lake Ozark is 5.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lake Ozark, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lake Ozark, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.61" (41mm) 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 Lake Ozark have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Lake Ozark, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average temperature in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average pressure in December - Lake Ozark, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average humidity in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Ozark, MO

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average UV index in December - Lake Ozark, 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
Lake Ozark, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Lake Ozark, MO

Average visibility in December - Lake Ozark, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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