December weather forecast
Gatewood, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gatewood, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Gatewood observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is experienced.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gatewood, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.3 rainfall days, and 35.87" (911mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Gatewood, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 8.6 snowfall days, and 3.78" (96mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.1h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gatewood. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gatewood in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.1°F (8.4°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gatewood, during December, the rain falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gatewood?

In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Gatewood, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gatewood have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gatewood, MO

Average temperature in December - Gatewood, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Gatewood, MO

Average pressure in December - Gatewood, 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
Gatewood, MO

Average wind speed in December - Gatewood, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gatewood, MO

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

Average rainfall in December
Gatewood, MO

Average rainfall in December - Gatewood, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Gatewood, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Gatewood, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gatewood, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gatewood, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Gatewood, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gatewood, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Gatewood, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Gatewood, MO

Average UV index in December - Gatewood, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Gatewood, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Gatewood, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Gatewood, MO

Average visibility in December - Gatewood, 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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