December weather forecast
Elmwood, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Elmwood, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between max 41.2°F (5.1°C) and min 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) to a wintry 41.2°F (5.1°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elmwood, in December, it is raining for 4.5 days, with typically 0.59" (15mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 108.2 rainfall days, and 12.17" (309mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elmwood, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) 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 7:14 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature in Elmwood, Missouri, during December is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the low-temperature is 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°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 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elmwood, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elmwood have in December?

The average day length in December in Elmwood, Missouri, is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elmwood have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elmwood, MO

Average temperature in December - Elmwood, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Elmwood, MO

Average pressure in December - Elmwood, 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
Elmwood, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Elmwood, MO

Average humidity in December - Elmwood, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Elmwood, MO

Average rainfall in December - Elmwood, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Elmwood, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Elmwood, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elmwood, MO

Average snowfall in December - Elmwood, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Elmwood, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elmwood, 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 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elmwood, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Elmwood, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Elmwood, MO

Average UV index in December - Elmwood, 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
Elmwood, MO

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

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

Average visibility in December
Elmwood, MO

Average visibility in December - Elmwood, 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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