December weather forecast
Golden City, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Golden City, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Golden City observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). An average nighttime temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is noted in Golden City, Missouri, during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

Rainfall

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Golden City. In Golden City, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 15.5 snowfall days, and 5.98" (152mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Golden City.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, in Golden City, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Golden City, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Golden City in December?

During December, Golden City experiences an average high-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Golden City?

In Golden City, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the driest month in Golden City?

The months with the least rainfall in Golden City are January and December Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Golden City in December?

In Golden City, in December, during 6.7 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Golden City?

In December, in Golden City, Missouri, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Golden City?

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

How many hours of daylight does Golden City have in December?

In December, the average day length in Golden City, Missouri, is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Golden City?

On the first day of December in Golden City, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Golden City?

In Golden City, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Golden City?

January, February, November 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 Golden City?

In Golden City, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Golden City, MO

Average temperature in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Golden City, MO

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Golden City, MO

Average wind speed in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Golden City, MO

Average humidity in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

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

Average rainfall in December
Golden City, MO

Average rainfall in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.79").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Golden City, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Golden City, MO

Average snowfall in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Golden City, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 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
Golden City, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Golden City, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Golden City, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Golden City, MO

Average UV index in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Golden City, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Golden City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Golden City, MO

Average visibility in December - Golden City, 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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