December weather forecast
Sikeston, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sikeston, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.2°F (1.2°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sikeston, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 38.5" (978mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sikeston, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sikeston, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.6°F (8.1°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Sikeston is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Sikeston, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sikeston, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sikeston have in December?

In Sikeston, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sikeston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sikeston is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Sikeston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sikeston, MO

Average temperature in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sikeston, MO

Average pressure in December - Sikeston, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sikeston, MO

Average wind speed in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sikeston, MO

Average humidity in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Sikeston, MO

Average rainfall in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Sikeston, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sikeston, MO

Average snowfall in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sikeston, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sikeston, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sikeston, MO

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Sikeston, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Sikeston, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Sikeston, MO

Average visibility in December - Sikeston, 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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