December weather forecast
Lincoln, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lincoln, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Lincoln's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). Lincoln's temperature lowers to a mean of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Lincoln, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. In Lincoln, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.9 days and collects up to 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lincoln, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.4 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lincoln, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Lincoln are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Lincoln, is 43.3°F (6.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lincoln, in December, it is raining for 6.6 days, with typically 1.77" (45mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lincoln, Missouri, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lincoln?

In Lincoln, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lincoln, MO

Average temperature in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Lincoln, MO

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

Average wind speed in December
Lincoln, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Lincoln, MO

Average humidity in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Lincoln, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Lincoln, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lincoln, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.91"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lincoln, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 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
Lincoln, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lincoln, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lincoln, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Lincoln, MO

Average UV index in December - Lincoln, 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
Lincoln, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Lincoln, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Lincoln, MO

Average visibility in December - Lincoln, 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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