December weather forecast
Bethel, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bethel, is also an icy month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather shows a temperature decrease, transitioning from a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 26.1°F (-3.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bethel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.9 days and collects up to 26.3" (668mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bethel, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.54" (39mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.2 snowfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bethel, Missouri, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bethel, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Bethel in December?

The high-temperature during December is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the low-temperature is 26.1°F (-3.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bethel, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.14" (29mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bethel, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Bethel is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 24min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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?

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 rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Bethel, MO

Average temperature in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (19.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethel, MO

Average pressure in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bethel, MO

Average wind speed in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethel, MO

Average humidity in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethel, MO

Average rainfall in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethel, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethel, MO

Average snowfall in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.54"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Bethel, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Bethel, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethel, MO

Average UV index in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Bethel, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Bethel, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bethel, MO

Average visibility in December - Bethel, 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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