December weather forecast
Platte Woods, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Platte Woods, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.3°F (4.6°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to an icy 40.3°F (4.6°C). In Platte Woods, in December, the average low-temperature is a freezing cold 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Humidity

In Platte Woods, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

Rainfall

In Platte Woods, during December, the rain falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation. In Platte Woods, during the entire year, the rain falls for 126.5 days and collects up to 21.65" (550mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Platte Woods, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Platte Woods, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.2 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Platte Woods, is 40.3°F (4.6°C), while the low-temperature averages to 27.3°F (-2.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 74%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Platte Woods, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Platte Woods, in December, during 3.2 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Platte Woods, 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Platte Woods, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average temperature in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average pressure in December - Platte Woods, 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 (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average wind speed in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February, March and April (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average humidity in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average rainfall in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average snowfall in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Platte Woods, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average UV index in December - Platte Woods, 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
Platte Woods, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Platte Woods, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Platte Woods, MO

Average visibility in December - Platte Woods, 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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