December weather forecast
Springfield, MO

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A city square in downtown Springfield, Missouri, with a clean water fountain
A city square in downtown Springfield, Missouri, with a clean water fountain

Weather in December

Rounding out the year, December showcases a true winter atmosphere in Springfield. Marking the coldest month since February, December sees a plunge in temperatures going down to nearly 30°F (-1.1°C). Snowfall frequency increases from November, creating a winter wonderland vibe just in time for the holiday season. As snowflakes start to coat the streets of Springfield, it’s clear that winter has made its mark.

Temperature

With December's arrival, Springfield's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). Springfield anticipates an average minimum temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In Springfield, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Springfield, Missouri, the rain falls for 9.1 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.3 days and collects up to 37.91" (963mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Springfield, there are 21.3 snowfall days, and 8.94" (227mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

In December, the average sunshine in Springfield is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Springfield?

During December, Springfield experiences an average high-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, in December, it is raining for 9.1 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Springfield in December?

In Springfield, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springfield?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Springfield, Missouri, is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Springfield?

On the first day of December in Springfield, Missouri, 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 many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Springfield, Missouri, is 5.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Springfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Springfield, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Springfield, MO

Average temperature in December - Springfield, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Springfield, MO

Average pressure in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Springfield, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Springfield, MO

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.63").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Springfield, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Springfield, MO

Average snowfall in December - Springfield, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.11").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Springfield, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Springfield, MO

Average UV index in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Springfield, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Springfield, MO

Average visibility in December - Springfield, 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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