December weather forecast
Saint James, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Saint James, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In Saint James, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Nighttime temperatures in Saint James hover around an average low of 29.7°F (-1.3°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Saint James, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Saint James, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 24.61" (625mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. The months with the most snowfall in Saint James are February and December, with an average 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated 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 7:04 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, in Saint James, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Saint James, Missouri, is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Saint James. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Saint James in December?

In Saint James, 43.7°F (6.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.7°F (-1.3°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Saint James?

In December, the average relative humidity in Saint James is 77%.

How much does it rain in Saint James in December?

In Saint James, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

When does it snow the most in Saint James?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 2.09" (53mm) of accumulated snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Saint James?

In December, in Saint James, it is snowing for 5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Saint James?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Saint James?

The average day length in December in Saint James, Missouri, is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint James?

On the first day of December in Saint James, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Saint James have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Saint James, Missouri, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Saint James?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Saint James?

In Saint James, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saint James, MO

Average temperature in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint James, MO

Average pressure in December - Saint James, 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
Saint James, MO

Average wind speed in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint James, MO

Average humidity in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint James, MO

Average rainfall in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint James, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint James, MO

Average snowfall in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint James, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Saint James, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint James, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint James, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint James, MO

Average UV index in December - Saint James, 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
Saint James, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Saint James, MO

Average visibility in December - Saint James, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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