December weather forecast
Meta, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Meta, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.8°F (6°C) and min 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). Meta observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

January, February, November and December are months with the least rain when the rain falls for 4.6 days and typically aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Meta, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of December, in Meta, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Meta, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Meta in December has an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

What is the driest month in Meta?

The months with the least rainfall are January, February, November and December Rain falls for 4.6 days and accumulates 0.51" (13mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Meta, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.51" (13mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Meta, Missouri, in December, snow falls for 2.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Meta have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Meta have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Meta?

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 intensity in December?

In Meta, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Meta, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Meta, MO

Average pressure in December - Meta, 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
Meta, MO

Average wind speed in December - Meta, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Meta, MO

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

Average rainfall in December
Meta, MO

Average rainfall in December - Meta, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, February, November and December (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Meta, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Meta, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Meta, MO

Average snowfall in December - Meta, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Meta, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Meta, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Meta, MO

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Meta, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Meta, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Meta, MO

Average UV index in December - Meta, 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
Meta, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Meta, MO

Average visibility in December - Meta, 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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