December weather forecast
Greenton, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Greenton, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 40.6°F (4.8°C) and an average low of 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a cold 40.6°F (4.8°C). An average temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) marks the nights in December.

Humidity

In Greenton, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In Greenton, during December, the rain falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 130.1 rainfall days, and 22.8" (579mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Greenton, during December, snow falls for 3.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow. In Greenton, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.8 days and aggregates up to 8.07" (205mm) of snow.

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 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Greenton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Greenton are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Greenton, in December, during 5.4 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Greenton, in December, during 3.4 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically 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.

How many hours of daylight does Greenton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Greenton, MO

Average temperature in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenton, MO

Average pressure in December - Greenton, 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 (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Greenton, MO

Average wind speed in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenton, MO

Average humidity in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

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

Average rainfall in December
Greenton, MO

Average rainfall in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.75").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenton, MO

Average snowfall in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenton, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenton, MO

Average UV index in December - Greenton, 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, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Greenton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Greenton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

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

Average visibility in December
Greenton, MO

Average visibility in December - Greenton, 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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