December weather forecast
Lenox, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lenox, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 29.7°F (-1.3°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Lenox registers a consistent average low-temperature of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) during December.

Humidity

In Lenox, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Lenox, in December, during 8.1 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Lenox, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.5 days and collects up to 32.17" (817mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Lenox, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Lenox?

In Lenox, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Lenox, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Lenox, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lenox have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lenox, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lenox, MO

Average temperature in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lenox, MO

Average pressure in December - Lenox, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lenox, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Lenox, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Lenox, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Lenox, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lenox, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lenox, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lenox, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lenox, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Lenox, MO

Average UV index in December - Lenox, 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
Lenox, MO

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Lenox, MO

Average visibility in December - Lenox, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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