December weather forecast
Athol, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Athol, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43°F (6.1°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

A shift in Athol's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). The low-temperature averages to a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Athol is 73%.

Rainfall

In December, in Athol, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 131.6 rainfall days, and 22.2" (564mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Athol, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Athol, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.7 days and aggregates up to 4.88" (124mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Athol, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Athol 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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Athol during December?

In Athol, 43°F (6.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Athol?

In December, the average relative humidity in Athol is 73%.

How much does it rain in Athol in December?

In December, in Athol, the rain falls for 6.3 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Athol in December?

In Athol, Missouri, in December, during 2.3 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Athol?

The month with the shortest days in Athol, Missouri, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Athol?

In December, the average day length in Athol, Missouri, is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Athol?

On the first day of December in Athol, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Athol have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Athol?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Athol?

In Athol, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Athol, MO

Average temperature in December - Athol, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Athol, MO

Average pressure in December - Athol, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Athol, MO

Average wind speed in December - Athol, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Athol, MO

Average humidity in December - Athol, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Athol, MO

Average rainfall in December - Athol, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.02"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Athol, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Athol, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Athol, MO

Average snowfall in December - Athol, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Athol, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Athol, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

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: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Athol, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Athol, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (22.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Athol, MO

Average UV index in December - Athol, 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
Athol, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Athol, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Athol, MO

Average visibility in December - Athol, 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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