December weather forecast
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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Pacific, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.3°F (6.3°C) and an average low of 30°F (-1.1°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.3°F (6.3°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Pacific, in December, it is raining for 6.9 days, with typically 1.69" (43mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 138.9 rainfall days, and 28.54" (725mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Pacific, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.3 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Pacific, the average high-temperature is 43.3°F (6.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 30°F (-1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pacific, in December, during 6.9 rainfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Pacific, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Pacific have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pacific have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 Pacific, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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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
Pacific, MO

Average temperature in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Pacific, MO

Average pressure in December - Pacific, 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
Pacific, MO

Average wind speed in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Pacific, MO

Average humidity in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Pacific, MO

Average rainfall in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.69"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Pacific, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pacific, MO

Average snowfall in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pacific, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Pacific, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pacific, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pacific, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Pacific, MO

Average UV index in December - Pacific, 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
Pacific, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Pacific, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Pacific, MO

Average visibility in December - Pacific, 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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