December weather forecast
Defiance, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Defiance, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a cold 41.7°F (5.4°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 29.8°F (-1.2°C) on average during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Defiance, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Defiance, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Defiance, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Defiance, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Defiance, is 41.7°F (5.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Defiance, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.93" (49mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Defiance, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Defiance have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Defiance?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Defiance is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Defiance, MO

Average temperature in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Defiance, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
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 - Defiance, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Defiance, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Defiance, MO

Average UV index in December - Defiance, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Defiance, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Defiance, MO

Average visibility in December - Defiance, 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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