December weather forecast
Lake Tapawingo, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lake Tapawingo, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 40.8°F (4.9°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a wintry 40.8°F (4.9°C). During December, Lake Tapawingo records an average temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.1 rainfall days, and 28.78" (731mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lake Tapawingo, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.9 days and aggregates up to 10.67" (271mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lake Tapawingo, Missouri, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Lake Tapawingo, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.8°F (4.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 27.5°F (-2.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Lake Tapawingo?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lake Tapawingo, during December, the rain falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lake Tapawingo, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lake Tapawingo have in December?

In Lake Tapawingo, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average pressure in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average humidity in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

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

Average rainfall in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average UV index in December - Lake Tapawingo, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Lake Tapawingo, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Lake Tapawingo, MO

Average visibility in December - Lake Tapawingo, 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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