December weather forecast
Belton, MO

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Weather in December

December in Belton, Missouri introduces the proper onset of winter. Despite being in the holiday season, the cold takes over with temperatures plunging to as low as 28°F (-2.2°C). An increase in snowfall levels indicates a white Christmas possibility, with records showing 1.02" (26mm) of snowfall. The city comes wrapped in a frosty blanket, with a sharp reduction in daylight hours and a significant drop in sunshine hours. Dressed in holiday decorations and twinkling lights, Belton displays a distinctive charm in its wintry December days.

Temperature

Belton experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a cold 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a subzero cold 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

In Belton, in December, it is raining for 5.4 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Belton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.9 days and collects up to 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. In Belton, during the entire year, snow falls for 18 days and aggregates up to 9.57" (243mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Belton is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belton. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Belton in December?

During December, Belton experiences an average high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Belton?

The average relative humidity in December in Belton is 74%.

How much does it rain in Belton in December?

In December, in Belton, Missouri, the rain falls for 5.4 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Belton in December?

In Belton, Missouri, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belton?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Belton, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Belton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, in Belton, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Belton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Belton, Missouri, is 5.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Belton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Belton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Belton, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Belton, MO

Average temperature in December - Belton, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°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 (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°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 (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Belton, MO

Average pressure in December - Belton, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Belton, MO

Average wind speed in December - Belton, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Belton, MO

Average humidity in December - Belton, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

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

Average rainfall in December
Belton, MO

Average rainfall in December - Belton, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.38"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Belton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Belton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belton, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Belton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Belton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belton, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belton, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Belton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Belton, MO

Average UV index in December - Belton, 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
Belton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Belton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Belton, MO

Average visibility in December - Belton, 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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