December weather forecast
Maryland Heights, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maryland Heights, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30°F (-1.1°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Maryland Heights's transition into December involves a shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C) is observed in Maryland Heights.

Humidity

In Maryland Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Maryland Heights, there are 141.9 rainfall days, and 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Maryland Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.6 days and aggregates up to 6.73" (171mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Maryland Heights, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Maryland Heights is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Maryland Heights in December?

The high-temperature during December is 42.1°F (5.6°C) and the low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Maryland Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Maryland Heights?

In December, in Maryland Heights, Missouri, the rain falls for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.73" (44mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Maryland Heights in December?

In December, in Maryland Heights, Missouri, it is snowing for 4.4 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Maryland Heights?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Maryland Heights?

In December, the average day length in Maryland Heights is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Maryland Heights?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maryland Heights have in December?

In Maryland Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Maryland Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Maryland Heights?

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

Average temperature in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average pressure in December - Maryland Heights, 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
Maryland Heights, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average humidity in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average rainfall in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.73"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and December (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average snowfall in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Maryland Heights, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maryland Heights, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average UV index in December - Maryland Heights, 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
Maryland Heights, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Maryland Heights, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Maryland Heights, MO

Average visibility in December - Maryland Heights, 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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