December weather forecast
Utica, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Utica, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Utica, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.4 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Utica, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Utica, there are 26.1 snowfall days, and 12.13" (308mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Utica.
On the first day of December in Utica, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Utica, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Utica?

During December, Utica experiences an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and a low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Utica, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Utica.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 25min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Utica, MO

Average temperature in December - Utica, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Utica, MO

Average pressure in December - Utica, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Utica, MO

Average wind speed in December - Utica, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

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

Average humidity in December
Utica, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Utica, MO

Average rainfall in December - Utica, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Utica, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Utica, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Utica, MO

Average snowfall in December - Utica, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Utica, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Utica, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Utica, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Utica, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Utica, 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 June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Utica, MO

Average UV index in December - Utica, 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
Utica, MO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Utica, MO

Average visibility in December - Utica, 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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