December weather forecast
Sedalia, MO

Share

Weather in December

December in Sedalia undoubtedly embodies the winter season, with the temperature dipping to a low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The noticeable difference in weather from November marks a tone for the holiday season. A time of lights, love, and joy engulfs the city, making it extraordinarily beautiful. Witness the snowfall turning the city into a winter wonderland. With the year coming to end, December's weather in Sedalia has its way of welcoming everyone into a celebration, encouraging a warm and cozy indoor atmosphere.

Temperature

A change in temperatures is noted in Sedalia as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a wintry 41.5°F (5.3°C). Sedalia observes an average nighttime temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) during December.

Humidity

In Sedalia, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Sedalia, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121 rainfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Sedalia, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sedalia, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sedalia, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sedalia, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Sedalia?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Sedalia during December are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 28.6°F (-1.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sedalia?

In Sedalia, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Sedalia in December?

In Sedalia, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sedalia?

In Sedalia, Missouri, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sedalia?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sedalia, Missouri.

How many hours of daylight does Sedalia have in December?

The average day length in December in Sedalia, Missouri, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sedalia?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sedalia have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sedalia?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sedalia?

In Sedalia, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sedalia, MO

Average temperature in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°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 (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Sedalia, MO

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

Average wind speed in December
Sedalia, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Sedalia, MO

Average humidity in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Sedalia, MO

Average rainfall in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Sedalia, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sedalia, MO

Average snowfall in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sedalia, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sedalia, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Sedalia, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sedalia, MO

Average UV index in December - Sedalia, 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
Sedalia, MO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Sedalia, MO

Average visibility in December - Sedalia, 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).

Sedalia, Missouri, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location