December weather forecast
Essex, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Essex, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Throughout the month of December, Essex witnesses an average temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Essex is 77%.

Rainfall

In Essex, during December, the rain falls for 6.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Essex, Missouri, there are 107.6 rainfall days, and 10.83" (275mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Essex are January through March, November and December. In Essex, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Essex, there are 5.7 snowfall days, and 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Essex, Missouri, are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Essex in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Essex, is 46.4°F (8°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Essex?

In Essex, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Essex?

In Essex, in December, it is raining for 6.2 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Essex in December?

In Essex, Missouri, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Essex?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Essex?

In Essex, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Essex?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, in Essex, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Essex have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Essex is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Essex?

The months with the lowest UV index in Essex are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Essex?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Essex 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
Essex, MO

Average temperature in December - Essex, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Essex, MO

Average pressure in December - Essex, 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
Essex, MO

Average wind speed in December - Essex, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Essex, MO

Average humidity in December - Essex, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Essex, MO

Average rainfall in December - Essex, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Essex, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Essex, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Essex, MO

Average snowfall in December - Essex, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.24").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Essex, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Essex, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2 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
Essex, MO

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Essex, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Essex, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Essex, MO

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

Average cloud cover in December
Essex, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Essex, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Essex, MO

Average visibility in December - Essex, 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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