December weather forecastMackenzie, MO

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Mackenzie, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.6°F (5.9°C) and min 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a temperature reduction, down from November's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to an icy 42.6°F (5.9°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Mackenzie, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mackenzie, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Mackenzie. In December, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mackenzie, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Mackenzie, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Mackenzie, Missouri, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Mackenzie, Missouri, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Mackenzie in December has an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

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

In Mackenzie, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

In Mackenzie, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Mackenzie, Missouri, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mackenzie, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Mackenzie, Missouri, is 4.9h.

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

In Mackenzie, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Mackenzie, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min

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: 4h and 54min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mackenzie, MO

  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Mackenzie, 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).