December weather forecast
Nevada, MO

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Weather in December

December firmly establishes the winter season with temperatures reaching a low of 30.2°F (-1°C). The chilling climate is accompanied by an increase in snowfall totaling 1.26" (32mm). With the daylight hours getting shorter, the city of Nevada, Missouri is illuminating with holiday lights. As the year draws to an end, winter activities like indoor games, holiday shopping, and family gatherings become the norm. Despite the cold weather, the festive spirit ensures a merry atmosphere in the city during this month.

Temperature

The transition into December is accompanied by a temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). An average low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 73%.

Rainfall

In Nevada, during December, the rain falls for 6.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143 rainfall days, and 31.14" (791mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Nevada, in December, snow falls for 3.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. In Nevada, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.3 days and aggregates up to 7.32" (186mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Nevada. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Nevada, is 44.2°F (6.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Nevada, the average relative humidity in December is 73%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nevada, in December, during 6.4 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.3 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 in Nevada.

How many hours of daylight does Nevada have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.7h.

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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Nevada, MO

Average pressure in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Nevada, MO

Average wind speed in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Nevada, MO

Average humidity in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 73%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Nevada, MO

Average rainfall in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.16").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Nevada, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nevada, MO

Average snowfall in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nevada, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nevada, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nevada, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Nevada, MO

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Nevada, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Nevada, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 39

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 45).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Nevada, MO

Average visibility in December - Nevada, 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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