December weather forecast
Saint Paul, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Paul, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 29.8°F (-1.2°C) and 41.7°F (5.4°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a wintry 41.7°F (5.4°C). An average nighttime temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 152.1 rainfall days, and 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Saint Paul, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow. In Saint Paul, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.4 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Saint Paul, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes 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:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Saint Paul?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Saint Paul, is 41.7°F (5.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Saint Paul, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Saint Paul have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with 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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average temperature in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average pressure in December - Saint Paul, 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 Paul, MO

Average wind speed in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average humidity in December - Saint Paul, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average rainfall in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average snowfall in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.3 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 Paul, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Paul, 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: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average UV index in December - Saint Paul, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Paul, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Saint Paul, MO

Average visibility in December - Saint Paul, 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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