December weather forecast
Ozark, MO

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Weather in December

December sees Ozark in full winter swing. The temperatures languish around the lower end of the spectrum again, matching January's cold statistics. The day ends sooner due to the lowest daylight hours all year, 9.7 on average. Although the total snowfall of 0.79" (20mm) is less than January and February’s averages, the city is still likely to witness a white Christmas. With December, winter comes to a close, completing the city's weather cycle and preparing to welcome a new one.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Ozark corresponds with a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). In December, Ozark reports a consistent average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Ozark, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 7.8 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.2 rainfall days, and 33.62" (854mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ozark, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 17.7 snowfall days, and 7.17" (182mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ozark is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ozark in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ozark, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ozark, during December, the rain falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ozark, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ozark have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ozark?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ozark, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Ozark, MO

Average pressure in December - Ozark, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ozark, MO

Average wind speed in December - Ozark, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Ozark, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Ozark, MO

Average rainfall in December - Ozark, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Ozark, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Ozark, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ozark, MO

Average snowfall in December - Ozark, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ozark, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Ozark, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 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
Ozark, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ozark, 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 42min).

  • 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ozark, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Ozark, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Ozark, MO

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ozark, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Ozark, MO

Average visibility in December - Ozark, 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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