December weather forecast
Maitland, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Maitland, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and an average high of 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to an icy 36.7°F (2.6°C). An average nighttime temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C) is witnessed in Maitland throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Maitland is 77%.

Rainfall

In Maitland, in December, during 5.2 rainfall days, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Maitland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.5 days and collects up to 25.79" (655mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated. In Maitland, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.1 days and aggregates up to 12.32" (313mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Maitland, Missouri, is 5.2h.

UV index

In Maitland, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Maitland in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Maitland, Missouri, during December are 36.7°F (2.6°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Maitland?

The average relative humidity in December in Maitland is 77%.

How much does it rain in Maitland in December?

In Maitland, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Maitland in December?

In Maitland, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maitland?

The month with the shortest days in Maitland, Missouri, is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

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

In Maitland, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 22min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Maitland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Maitland?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Maitland?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Maitland, MO

Average temperature in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Maitland, MO

Average pressure in December - Maitland, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Maitland, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Maitland, MO

Average humidity in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Maitland, MO

Average rainfall in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Maitland, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maitland, MO

Average snowfall in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maitland, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maitland, 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: 5h and 1min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maitland, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Maitland, MO

Average UV index in December - Maitland, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Maitland, MO

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

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

Average visibility in December
Maitland, MO

Average visibility in December - Maitland, 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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