December weather forecast
Foley, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Foley, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 41°F (5°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a cold 41°F (5°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C) on average during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Foley, in December, it is raining for 7 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Foley, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.3 days and collects up to 17.87" (454mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Foley, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Foley, there are 21 snowfall days, and 4.25" (108mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 41°F (5°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Foley, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Foley, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Foley, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Foley have in December?

In Foley, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in December?

In Foley, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Foley, MO

Average temperature in December - Foley, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Foley, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Foley, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Foley, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.17").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Foley, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Foley, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.3").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Foley, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Foley, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Foley, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Foley, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Foley, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Foley, 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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