December weather forecast
Augusta, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Augusta, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30°F (-1.1°C) and max 43.2°F (6.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). In December, the temperature drops to an average of 30°F (-1.1°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Augusta, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Augusta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.5 days and collects up to 33.74" (857mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, in Augusta, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Augusta 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Augusta, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Augusta?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Augusta, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Augusta in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Augusta have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Augusta, MO

Average pressure in December - Augusta, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Augusta, MO

Average humidity in December - Augusta, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Augusta, MO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Augusta, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Augusta, MO

Average snowfall in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.87").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Augusta, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Augusta, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Augusta, MO

Average UV index in December - Augusta, 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
Augusta, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Augusta, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Augusta, MO

Average visibility in December - Augusta, 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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