December weather forecast
Birch Tree, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Birch Tree, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.8°F (7.1°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). In Birch Tree, an average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In Birch Tree, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Birch Tree, in December, during 7 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.5 rainfall days, and 25.87" (657mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Birch Tree, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Birch Tree, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 4.84" (123mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Birch Tree experiences an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 102.2°F (39°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Birch Tree is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Birch Tree, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Birch Tree, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Birch Tree have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Birch Tree, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Birch Tree, MO

Average temperature in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Birch Tree, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

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

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Birch Tree, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Birch Tree, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Birch Tree, MO

Average UV index in December - Birch Tree, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Birch Tree, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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