December weather forecast
Handy, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Handy, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). During December, Handy sees a mean low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Handy, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Handy, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.8 days and collects up to 39.06" (992mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. In Handy, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.9 days and aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

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 6:59 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Handy, the average high-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.6°F (0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Handy, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 10.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Handy, Missouri, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Handy have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Handy, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Handy, MO

Average temperature in December - Handy, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Handy, MO

Average pressure in December - Handy, 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
Handy, MO

Average wind speed in December - Handy, 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 (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Handy, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Handy, MO

Average rainfall in December - Handy, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.84").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Handy, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Handy, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Handy, MO

Average snowfall in December - Handy, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.38").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Handy, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Handy, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.2 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
Handy, MO

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Handy, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Handy, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Handy, MO

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Handy, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Handy, MO

Average visibility in December - Handy, 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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