December weather forecast
Smithville, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Smithville, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Temperature

Smithville observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 51.8°F (11°C) to a cold 39.6°F (4.2°C). Smithville, during December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Smithville is 75%.

Rainfall

In Smithville, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Smithville, there are 134 rainfall days, and 26.57" (675mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Smithville, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.8 snowfall days, and 9.17" (233mm) 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 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Smithville, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Smithville in December?

Smithville in December has an average high-temperature of 39.6°F (4.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.2°F (-3.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How much does it rain in Smithville in December?

In Smithville, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Smithville?

In December, in Smithville, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithville?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Smithville?

In December, the average day length in Smithville, Missouri, is 9h and 27min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Smithville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smithville, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Smithville have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Smithville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Smithville?

In Smithville, 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
Smithville, MO

Average temperature in December - Smithville, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 39.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Smithville, MO

Average pressure in December - Smithville, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Smithville, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Smithville, MO

Average humidity in December - Smithville, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Smithville, MO

Average rainfall in December - Smithville, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Smithville, MO

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smithville, MO

Average snowfall in December - Smithville, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smithville, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Smithville, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithville, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smithville, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Smithville, 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 June (11.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Smithville, MO

Average UV index in December - Smithville, 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
Smithville, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Smithville, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Smithville, MO

Average visibility in December - Smithville, 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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