December weather forecast
Smithton, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Smithton, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) and an average high of 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Smithton reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 28.6°F (-1.9°C) in December.

Humidity

In Smithton, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Smithton, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Smithton, there are 121 rainfall days, and 15.67" (398mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Smithton, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.83" (21mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.4 snowfall days, and 4.02" (102mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Smithton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Smithton, is 41.5°F (5.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 28.6°F (-1.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithton?

In Smithton, the average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smithton?

In December, in Smithton, Missouri, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Smithton?

In December, in Smithton, it is snowing for 4 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Smithton have in December?

The average day length in December in Smithton is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Smithton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:12 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithton, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Smithton?

In Smithton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Smithton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Smithton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Smithton, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Smithton, MO

Average temperature in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.6°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 (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Smithton, MO

Average pressure in December - Smithton, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Smithton, MO

Average wind speed in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Smithton, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Smithton, MO

Average rainfall in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.28").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Smithton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smithton, MO

Average snowfall in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smithton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smithton, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithton, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smithton, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Smithton, MO

Average UV index in December - Smithton, 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
Smithton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Smithton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Smithton, MO

Average visibility in December - Smithton, 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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