December weather forecast
Independence, MO

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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

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) is recorded in Independence.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Independence, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Independence, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.1 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Independence. In Independence, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Independence, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 10.2" (259mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Independence, Missouri.
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, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Independence?

The high-temperature, in December, in Independence, is 40.5°F (4.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Independence?

The average relative humidity in December in Independence, Missouri, is 74%.

How much does it rain in Independence in December?

In Independence, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Independence in December?

In Independence, in December, during 3.3 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Independence?

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

How many hours of daylight does Independence have in December?

The average day length in December in Independence, Missouri, is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Independence?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Independence, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Independence have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Independence is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Independence?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Independence?

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

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).

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Average pressure in December
Independence, MO

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Independence, MO

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).

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Average humidity in December
Independence, MO

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Independence, MO

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Independence, MO

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Independence, MO

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Independence, MO

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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Independence, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Independence, MO

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).

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Average UV index in December
Independence, MO

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Independence, MO

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).

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Average visibility in December
Independence, MO

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).

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