December weather forecast
Bel-Ridge, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Bel-Ridge, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

In Bel-Ridge, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). In the month of December, Bel-Ridge experiences an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In Bel-Ridge, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Bel-Ridge, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bel-Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bel-Ridge, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.85" (47mm) of snow. In Bel-Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.2 days and aggregates up to 8.19" (208mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in Bel-Ridge, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bel-Ridge, the average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bel-Ridge?

In Bel-Ridge, 42.6°F (5.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bel-Ridge?

The average relative humidity in December in Bel-Ridge, Missouri, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Bel-Ridge in December?

In December, in Bel-Ridge, Missouri, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bel-Ridge in December?

In December, in Bel-Ridge, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bel-Ridge?

The month with the shortest days in Bel-Ridge, Missouri, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bel-Ridge?

In Bel-Ridge, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bel-Ridge?

On the first day of December in Bel-Ridge, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bel-Ridge have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bel-Ridge, Missouri, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bel-Ridge?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bel-Ridge?

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
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average temperature in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average pressure in December - Bel-Ridge, 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
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average wind speed in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average humidity in December - Bel-Ridge, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average rainfall in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average snowfall in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bel-Ridge, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average UV index in December - Bel-Ridge, 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
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Bel-Ridge, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Bel-Ridge, MO

Average visibility in December - Bel-Ridge, 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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