December weather forecast
Syracuse, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Syracuse, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.7°F (5.4°C) and min 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) to an icy 41.7°F (5.4°C). Throughout the December nights, Syracuse encounters a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Syracuse is 76%.

Rainfall

In Syracuse, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 141.2 rainfall days, and 29.72" (755mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Syracuse, there are 21 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Syracuse. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Syracuse in December?

During December, Syracuse experiences an average high-temperature of 41.7°F (5.4°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Syracuse?

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

How much does it rain in Syracuse in December?

In Syracuse, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Syracuse?

In December, in Syracuse, Missouri, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Syracuse?

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

How many hours of daylight does Syracuse have in December?

In Syracuse, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Syracuse?

On the first day of December in Syracuse, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Syracuse have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Syracuse?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Syracuse?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Syracuse, MO

Average temperature in December - Syracuse, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Syracuse, MO

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

Average wind speed in December
Syracuse, MO

Average wind speed in December - Syracuse, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Syracuse, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Syracuse, MO

Average rainfall in December - Syracuse, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Syracuse, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Syracuse, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Syracuse, MO

Average snowfall in December - Syracuse, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Syracuse, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Syracuse, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Syracuse, 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 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Syracuse, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Syracuse, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Syracuse, MO

Average UV index in December - Syracuse, 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
Syracuse, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Syracuse, MO

Average visibility in December - Syracuse, 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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