December weather forecast
Oak Ridge, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Oak Ridge, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C) and an average high of 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

During Oak Ridge's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). During December, Oak Ridge experiences an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Oak Ridge is 77%.

Rainfall

In Oak Ridge, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 157.6 rainfall days, and 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Oak Ridge, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13 snowfall days, and 5.75" (146mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Oak Ridge, Missouri.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Oak Ridge, is 45°F (7.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Oak Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Oak Ridge, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Oak Ridge have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Oak Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Oak Ridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oak Ridge?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Oak Ridge, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average temperature in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average pressure in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average wind speed in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average humidity in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average rainfall in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average snowfall in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Oak Ridge, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average UV index in December - Oak Ridge, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Oak Ridge, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Oak Ridge, MO

Average visibility in December - Oak Ridge, 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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