December weather forecast
Birmingham, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Birmingham, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 40.5°F (4.7°C) and 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Birmingham's nighttime temperature in December falls to an average of 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Birmingham, during December, the rain falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of precipitation. In Birmingham, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 132.1 days and collects up to 26.97" (685mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Birmingham, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Birmingham, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

During December, Birmingham experiences an average high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and a low-temperature of 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Birmingham, in December, it is raining for 5.1 days, with typically 1.38" (35mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Birmingham, during December, snow falls for 3.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Birmingham, the average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Birmingham have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Birmingham, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Birmingham, MO

Average temperature in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Birmingham, MO

Average pressure in December - Birmingham, 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
Birmingham, MO

Average wind speed in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Birmingham, MO

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Birmingham, MO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Birmingham, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Birmingham, MO

Average snowfall in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Birmingham, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Birmingham, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Birmingham, MO

Average UV index in December - Birmingham, 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
Birmingham, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Birmingham, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Birmingham, MO

Average visibility in December - Birmingham, 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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