December weather forecast
Osceola, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Osceola, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 29.1°F (-1.6°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a frosty 43°F (6.1°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Osceola is 74%.

Rainfall

In Osceola, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Osceola, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.5 days and collects up to 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated. In Osceola, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.7 days and aggregates up to 7.64" (194mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature during December is 43°F (6.1°C) and the low-temperature is 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Osceola?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Osceola, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Osceola, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Osceola?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Osceola, Missouri, is 5.5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°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 (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Osceola, MO

Average pressure in December - Osceola, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Osceola, MO

Average wind speed in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

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

Average humidity in December
Osceola, MO

Average humidity in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Osceola, MO

Average rainfall in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Osceola, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Osceola, MO

Average snowfall in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.76").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Osceola, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Osceola, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Osceola, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Osceola, MO

Average UV index in December - Osceola, 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
Osceola, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Osceola, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

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 26).

Average visibility in December
Osceola, MO

Average visibility in December - Osceola, 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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