December weather forecast
Hazelwood, MO

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Weather in December

December finally ushers in winter with temperatures falling to a low of 30°F (-1.1°C). Snowfall increases significantly to 1.81" (46mm) and daylight hours are the shortest in the year. Gloved hands, warm clothes, and hot drinks appear to be the city’s winter staples, while it dresses in holiday decorations to celebrate the festive season.

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). The temperature in Hazelwood lowers to an average of 30°F (-1.1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hazelwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.9 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Hazelwood, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.6 snowfall days, and 6.73" (171mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hazelwood, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hazelwood. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Hazelwood experiences an average high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Hazelwood, in December, it is raining for 7.3 days, with typically 1.73" (44mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hazelwood, in December, during 4.4 snowfall days, 1.81" (46mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 Hazelwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hazelwood, MO

Average temperature in December - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Hazelwood, 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 (29.92"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
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Average humidity in December - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
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 - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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 - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hazelwood, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Hazelwood, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hazelwood, MO

Average UV index in December - Hazelwood, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Hazelwood, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Hazelwood, 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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