December weather forecastIndependence, MO
December
Weather in December
Known as the beginning of winter, the month of December in Independence sees a significant drop in temperature. The mean temperature drops further, setting the stage for a cold holiday season. The year rounds off with a slight increase in snowfall to 1.22" (31mm), bringing a festive white Christmas to the residents. The duration and intensity of sunshine decrease considerably, resulting in shorter days. Nevertheless, despite the chills and frost of December, the spirit of the holiday season triumphs over the cold.Temperature
Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). During December in Independence, the average low-temperature is recorded at a subzero cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).Humidity
In Independence, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.Rainfall
In Independence, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 132.1 rainfall days, and 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Independence, Missouri, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Independence are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Independence, MO
- Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 27.3°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 (22.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Independence, 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
Independence, MO
- Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Independence, MO
- Average humidity in December: 74%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Independence, MO
- Average rainfall in December: 1.38"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").
Average rainfall days in December
Independence, MO
- Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Independence, MO
- Average snowfall in December: 1.22"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Independence, MO
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Independence, MO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 5h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Independence, MO
- Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Independence, 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
Independence, 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 July (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Independence, 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).
