December weather forecast
Santa Fe, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Santa Fe, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 40.1°F (4.5°C) and min 27.3°F (-2.6°C).

Temperature

In Santa Fe, the average high-temperature in December drops from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). Santa Fe experiences an average low-temperature reading of 27.3°F (-2.6°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In Santa Fe, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Santa Fe, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.5 snowfall days, and 5.87" (149mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Santa Fe, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Santa Fe, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 27.3°F (-2.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Santa Fe, in December, during 5 rainfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Santa Fe, in December, snow falls for 3.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Santa Fe have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 27min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:44 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Santa Fe have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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.

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 hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average temperature in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average pressure in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average wind speed in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (10.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average humidity in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average rainfall in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average snowfall in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Santa Fe, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

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 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average UV index in December - Santa Fe, 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
Santa Fe, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Santa Fe, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Santa Fe, MO

Average visibility in December - Santa Fe, 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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