December weather forecastStockton, MO

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Stockton, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and max 44.4°F (6.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.4°F (6.9°C). During December nights, Stockton records an average temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Stockton is 74%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are January and December Rain falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March, May, November and December are months with snowfall in Stockton, Missouri. In Stockton, Missouri, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Stockton, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.4 days and aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Stockton, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Stockton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in Stockton, the average high-temperature is 44.4°F (6.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

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

The months with the least rainfall in Stockton are January and December Rain falls for 5.2 days and accumulates 0.71" (18mm) of rain.

In Stockton, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.71" (18mm) of precipitation.

In December, in Stockton, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated.

December has the shortest days of the year in Stockton, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

In December, the average day length in Stockton, Missouri, is 9h and 37min.

On the first day of December in Stockton, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

In December, the average sunshine duration in Stockton is 5.6h.

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

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average high temperature in December: 44.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average humidity in December: 74%

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

Average rainfall in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average rainfall in December: 0.71"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 36min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Stockton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Stockton, MO

  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Stockton, 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).