December weather forecast
Matthews, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Matthews, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.6°F (8.1°C) and 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Throughout December, Matthews's nights cool down to an average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Matthews is 77%.

Rainfall

In Matthews, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.6 rainfall days, and 38.5" (978mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. In Matthews, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Matthews. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Matthews, is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Matthews, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Matthews is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Matthews have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Matthews, MO

Average temperature in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Matthews, MO

Average pressure in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Matthews, MO

Average wind speed in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Matthews, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (68%).

Average rainfall in December
Matthews, MO

Average rainfall in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

Average rainfall days in December
Matthews, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Matthews, MO

Average snowfall in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Matthews, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 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
Matthews, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Matthews, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Matthews, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Matthews, MO

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Matthews, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Matthews, MO

Average visibility in December - Matthews, 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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