December weather forecast
Lamar, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lamar, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). In December, the average low-temperature records at a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

In Lamar, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Lamar are January and December Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Lamar, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.5 snowfall days, and 5.98" (152mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lamar, the average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
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. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Lamar in December has an average high-temperature of 44.6°F (7°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the driest month?

January and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 6.7 days and typically aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lamar, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Lamar, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:59 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:09 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lamar have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Lamar, Missouri, is 5.5h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Lamar, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Lamar, MO

Average temperature in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lamar, MO

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

Average wind speed in December
Lamar, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

Average humidity in December
Lamar, MO

Average humidity in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Lamar, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.79").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Lamar, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lamar, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lamar, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lamar, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Lamar, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Lamar, MO

Average UV index in December - Lamar, 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
Lamar, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Lamar, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Lamar, MO

Average visibility in December - Lamar, 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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