December weather forecast
Mount Leonard, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Mount Leonard, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.9°F (-2.3°C) and 41.2°F (5.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a fresh 52.5°F (11.4°C) in November to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 27.9°F (-2.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Mount Leonard, in December, during 4.5 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Mount Leonard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 108.2 days and collects up to 12.17" (309mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Mount Leonard, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 14.7 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and a low-temperature of 27.9°F (-2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Mount Leonard, during December, the rain falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Mount Leonard, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Leonard have in December?

In Mount Leonard, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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.

What is the UV index reading 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average temperature in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average pressure in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average wind speed in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average humidity in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average rainfall in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.89").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average snowfall in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (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
Mount Leonard, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average UV index in December - Mount Leonard, 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
Mount Leonard, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Leonard, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Mount Leonard, MO

Average visibility in December - Mount Leonard, 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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