December weather forecast
Latham, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Latham, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 28.9°F (-1.7°C) and 42.8°F (6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December entails a temperature shift, as the average high-temperature decreases from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Latham, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 28.9°F (-1.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Latham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142 days and collects up to 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. In Latham, during the entire year, snow falls for 22.7 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Latham, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Latham, the average high-temperature is 42.8°F (6°C), and the average low-temperature is 28.9°F (-1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Latham, during December, the rain falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Latham, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Latham, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Latham, MO

Average temperature in December - Latham, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Latham, MO

Average pressure in December - Latham, 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
Latham, MO

Average wind speed in December - Latham, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Latham, MO

Average humidity in December - Latham, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Latham, MO

Average rainfall in December - Latham, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Latham, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Latham, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Latham, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Latham, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Latham, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Latham, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Latham, MO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Latham, MO

Average UV index in December - Latham, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Latham, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Latham, MO

Average visibility in December - Latham, 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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