December weather forecast
Eldridge, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Eldridge, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

Eldridge experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). In Eldridge, December nights cool down to an average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Eldridge, Missouri, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 150.4 rainfall days, and 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Eldridge are January through May, November and December. In Eldridge, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.97" (50mm) of snow. In Eldridge, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.2 days and aggregates up to 10.91" (277mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Eldridge, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Eldridge, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Eldridge have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Eldridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Eldridge have in December?

In Eldridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Eldridge, MO

Average temperature in December - Eldridge, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Eldridge, MO

Average pressure in December - Eldridge, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Eldridge, MO

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

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

Average humidity in December
Eldridge, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, October and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Eldridge, MO

Average rainfall in December - Eldridge, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Eldridge, MO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Eldridge, MO

Average snowfall in December - Eldridge, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Eldridge, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Eldridge, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Eldridge, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Eldridge, MO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Eldridge, MO

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

Average cloud cover in December
Eldridge, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Eldridge, MO

Average visibility in December - Eldridge, 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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