December weather forecast
Steelville, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Steelville, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 29.8°F (-1.2°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Steelville experiences a mean temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Steelville, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.9 rainfall days, and 30.31" (770mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Steelville, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 19.6 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Steelville, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Steelville in December has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.8°F (-1.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 77%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Steelville, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Steelville, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Steelville, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:46 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:21 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Steelville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Steelville, MO

Average temperature in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Steelville, MO

Average pressure in December - Steelville, 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
Steelville, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Steelville, MO

Average humidity in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Steelville, MO

Average rainfall in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Steelville, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Steelville, MO

Average snowfall in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Steelville, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

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

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Steelville, 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 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Steelville, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.4 days

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

Average UV index in December
Steelville, MO

Average UV index in December - Steelville, 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
Steelville, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Steelville, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Steelville, MO

Average visibility in December - Steelville, 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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