December weather forecast
Belle, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Belle, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a subzero cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C) during December.

Humidity

In Belle, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Belle, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Belle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.2 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Belle, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Belle, there are 24.7 snowfall days, and 11.1" (282mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Belle, records 43.2°F (6.2°C), while the low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Belle, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Belle, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Belle, in December, snow falls for 5 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Belle, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Belle have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Belle, 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
Belle, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Belle, MO

Average pressure in December - Belle, 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
Belle, MO

Average wind speed in December - Belle, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

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 (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Belle, MO

Average humidity in December - Belle, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Belle, MO

Average rainfall in December - Belle, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Belle, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Belle, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belle, MO

Average snowfall in December - Belle, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Belle, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belle, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belle, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Belle, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Belle, MO

Average UV index in December - Belle, 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
Belle, MO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Belle, MO

Average visibility in December - Belle, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).

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