December weather forecast
Dover Station, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Dover Station, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.1°F (-2.7°C) and 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a wintry 40.5°F (4.7°C). In Dover Station, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.1°F (-2.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Dover Station, in December, during 6.2 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 139.1 rainfall days, and 27.28" (693mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dover Station are January through March, May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.8 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Dover Station 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: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Dover Station in December has an average high-temperature of 40.5°F (4.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 27.1°F (-2.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dover Station, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.2 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dover Station, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dover Station, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dover Station, MO

Average pressure in December - Dover Station, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dover Station, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Dover Station, MO

Average humidity in December - Dover Station, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Dover Station, MO

Average rainfall in December - Dover Station, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Dover Station, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Dover Station, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dover Station, MO

Average snowfall in December - Dover Station, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dover Station, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Dover Station, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dover Station, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dover Station, 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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dover Station, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Dover Station, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Dover Station, MO

Average UV index in December - Dover Station, 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
Dover Station, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Dover Station, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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
Dover Station, MO

Average visibility in December - Dover Station, 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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