December weather forecast
Princeton, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Princeton, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 37°F (2.8°C) and min 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a chilly 49.6°F (9.8°C) in November to a cold 37°F (2.8°C). An average low-temperature of 24.3°F (-4.3°C) is noted during the nights in December.

Humidity

In Princeton, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Princeton, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.3 rainfall days, and 25.43" (646mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Princeton, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Princeton, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 12.52" (318mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Princeton in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 37°F (2.8°C) and 24.3°F (-4.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Princeton, in December, it is raining for 5.7 days, with typically 1.06" (27mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Princeton, in December, during 5.2 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) 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 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 21min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Princeton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Princeton is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Princeton?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Princeton, MO

Average temperature in December - Princeton, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 37°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Princeton, MO

Average pressure in December - Princeton, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Princeton, MO

Average wind speed in December - Princeton, 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
Princeton, MO

Average humidity in December - Princeton, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Princeton, MO

Average rainfall in December - Princeton, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.06"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Princeton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Princeton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (4.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Princeton, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Princeton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Princeton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Princeton, 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 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Princeton, MO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Princeton, MO

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Princeton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Princeton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Princeton, MO

Average visibility in December - Princeton, 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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