December weather forecast
Dawn, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Dawn, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a cold 38.7°F (3.7°C). During the nights in December, Dawn observes an average low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 137.4 rainfall days, and 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dawn, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Dawn, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dawn, is 38.7°F (3.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Dawn, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dawn, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dawn have in December?

In Dawn, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Dawn, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dawn have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
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Average temperature in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°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 (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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 (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Dawn, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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
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Average rainfall in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Dawn, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Dawn, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Dawn, 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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