December weather forecast
Dresden, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dresden, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.5°F (5.3°C) and min 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout December, Dresden encounters an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 28.6°F (-1.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dresden, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. In Dresden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121 days and collects up to 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Dresden, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dresden, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 4.02" (102mm) of snow.

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 7:13 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Dresden is 5.2h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Dresden experiences an average high-temperature of 41.5°F (5.3°C) and a low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dresden, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) 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 Dresden have in December?

In Dresden, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dresden, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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 reading in December in Dresden?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dresden, MO

Average temperature in December - Dresden, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dresden, MO

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

Average wind speed in December
Dresden, MO

Average wind speed in December - Dresden, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

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

Average humidity in December
Dresden, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Dresden, MO

Average rainfall in December - Dresden, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Dresden, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Dresden, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dresden, MO

Average snowfall in December - Dresden, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
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 - Dresden, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dresden, 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 1min

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: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dresden, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Dresden, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Dresden, MO

Average UV index in December - Dresden, 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
Dresden, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Dresden, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Dresden, MO

Average visibility in December - Dresden, 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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