December weather forecast
Bowling Green, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bowling Green, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 28.2°F (-2.1°C) and 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 40.1°F (4.5°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 28.2°F (-2.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bowling Green, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.5 days and collects up to 28.35" (720mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bowling Green, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.57" (40mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.9 snowfall days, and 10.47" (266mm) 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 7:06 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard 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:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

During December, Bowling Green experiences an average high-temperature of 40.1°F (4.5°C) and a low-temperature of 28.2°F (-2.1°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 evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Bowling Green, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bowling Green, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Bowling Green have in December?

In Bowling Green, the average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Bowling Green, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Bowling Green, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average temperature in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (34.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average pressure in December - Bowling Green, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bowling Green, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average humidity in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average rainfall in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average snowfall in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Bowling Green, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bowling Green, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average UV index in December - Bowling Green, 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
Bowling Green, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Bowling Green, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Bowling Green, MO

Average visibility in December - Bowling Green, 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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