December weather forecast
Kelso, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Kelso, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Kelso's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout December, Kelso records an average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Kelso, Missouri, is 77%.

Rainfall

In Kelso, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.44" (62mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kelso are January through April, October through December. In Kelso, Missouri, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.2 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Kelso are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Kelso?

In Kelso, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kelso, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kelso, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Kelso?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kelso have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Kelso?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kelso, MO

Average temperature in December - Kelso, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Kelso, MO

Average pressure in December - Kelso, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kelso, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Kelso, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Kelso, MO

Average rainfall in December - Kelso, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.44"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Kelso, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Kelso, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kelso, MO

Average snowfall in December - Kelso, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kelso, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Kelso, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Kelso, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kelso, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Kelso, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Kelso, MO

Average UV index in December - Kelso, 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
Kelso, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Kelso, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Kelso, MO

Average visibility in December - Kelso, 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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