December weather forecast
Altenburg, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Altenburg, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

Altenburg observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). In Altenburg, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

In Altenburg, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Altenburg, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.5 rainfall days, and 34.41" (874mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Altenburg, during December, snow falls for 1.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Altenburg, there are 13.1 snowfall days, and 5.83" (148mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Altenburg, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Altenburg, Missouri, is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and 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 low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Altenburg in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Altenburg, Missouri, during December are 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively. 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 September is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Altenburg?

The average relative humidity in December in Altenburg, Missouri, is 77%.

How much does it rain in Altenburg in December?

In Altenburg, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Altenburg?

In Altenburg, Missouri, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Altenburg?

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

How many hours of daylight does Altenburg have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Altenburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Altenburg?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Altenburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Altenburg?

In Altenburg, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Altenburg, MO

Average temperature in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°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 (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Altenburg, MO

Average pressure in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Altenburg, MO

Average wind speed in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Altenburg, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Altenburg, MO

Average rainfall in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Altenburg, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Altenburg, MO

Average snowfall in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Altenburg, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Altenburg, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Altenburg, MO

Average UV index in December - Altenburg, 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
Altenburg, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Altenburg, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Altenburg, MO

Average visibility in December - Altenburg, 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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