December weather forecast
Imperial, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Imperial, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Imperial's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Imperial, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.1 days and collects up to 32.36" (822mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Imperial, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. In Imperial, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.3 days and aggregates up to 8.27" (210mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Imperial, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

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. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Imperial, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.2°F (6.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Imperial, during December, the rain falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Imperial, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Imperial?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Imperial have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Imperial, MO

Average temperature in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25°F).

Average pressure in December
Imperial, MO

Average pressure in December - Imperial, 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
Imperial, MO

Average wind speed in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Imperial, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Imperial, MO

Average rainfall in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are February and November (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Imperial, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Imperial, MO

Average snowfall in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Imperial, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Imperial, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Imperial, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Imperial, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Imperial, MO

Average UV index in December - Imperial, 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
Imperial, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Imperial, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Imperial, MO

Average visibility in December - Imperial, 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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