December weather forecast
Albany, MO

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Weather in December

December in Albany marks the city's transition into the heart of winter, with a noticeable drop in temperature from November. Despite this, the city soaks in just over 9 hours of daylight. Snow continues to fall, with an average accumulation of 1.46" (37mm). With the significantly low temperatures and frequent snowfall, December is truly a winter month in Albany. As the year ends, residents retreat indoors and look forward to another year of diverse weather.

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a chilly 49.8°F (9.9°C) in November to a cold 36.9°F (2.7°C). During the month of December, the temperature falls to an average of 24.3°F (-4.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Albany, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Albany, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 25.71" (653mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Albany, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.9 snowfall days, and 13.19" (335mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Albany, the average high-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 24.3°F (-4.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Albany, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Albany in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Albany?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 22min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Albany have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, October through December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, MO

Average temperature in December - Albany, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.9°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 (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 24.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Albany, MO

Average pressure in December - Albany, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Albany, MO

Average wind speed in December - Albany, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Albany, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Albany, MO

Average rainfall in December - Albany, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.98").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Albany, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Albany, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albany, MO

Average snowfall in December - Albany, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.82").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albany, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
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
Albany, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Albany, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Albany, MO

Average UV index in December - Albany, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

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

Average cloud cover in December
Albany, MO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Albany, MO

Average visibility in December - Albany, 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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