December weather forecast
Horton, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Horton, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

As Horton enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) of November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In Horton, the December nights cool down to an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

Rainfall

In Horton, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. In Horton, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.6 days and collects up to 25.43" (646mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Horton are January through March, May, October through December. In Horton, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Horton, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Horton, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Horton. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates 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 midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Horton in December?

During December, Horton experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Horton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.

How much does it rain in Horton in December?

In Horton, in December, it is raining for 5.5 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Horton?

In December, in Horton, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Horton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Horton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Horton, Missouri, is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Horton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, in Horton, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Horton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Horton is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Horton?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Horton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Horton is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Horton, MO

Average temperature in December - Horton, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Horton, MO

Average pressure in December - Horton, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Horton, MO

Average wind speed in December - Horton, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Horton, MO

Average humidity in December - Horton, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Horton, MO

Average rainfall in December - Horton, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Horton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Horton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Horton, MO

Average snowfall in December - Horton, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Horton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Horton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Horton, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Horton, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Horton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Horton, MO

Average UV index in December - Horton, 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
Horton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Horton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 40

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

Average visibility in December
Horton, MO

Average visibility in December - Horton, 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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