December weather forecast
Van Buren, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Van Buren, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°F (0°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Van Buren cools down to an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

September and December are months with the least rain in Van Buren, Missouri, when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Van Buren, Missouri. In Van Buren, Missouri, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Van Buren, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Van Buren is 5.1h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Van Buren in December?

Van Buren in December has an average high-temperature of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Van Buren?

The average relative humidity in December in Van Buren, Missouri, is 77%.

What is the driest month in Van Buren?

September and December are months with the least rain in Van Buren when the rain falls for 8.1 days and typically aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in Van Buren in December?

In Van Buren, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Van Buren?

In Van Buren, in December, during 1.8 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Van Buren?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Van Buren?

The average day length in December in Van Buren is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Van Buren?

On the first day of December in Van Buren, Missouri, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:57 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Van Buren have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Van Buren is 5.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Van Buren?

The months with the lowest UV index in Van Buren are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Van Buren?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Van Buren is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Van Buren, MO

Average temperature in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°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 (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Van Buren, MO

Average pressure in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Van Buren, MO

Average wind speed in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Van Buren, MO

Average humidity in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

Average rainfall in December
Van Buren, MO

Average rainfall in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Van Buren, MO

Average snowfall in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Van Buren, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Van Buren, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Van Buren, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Van Buren, MO

Average UV index in December - Van Buren, 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
Van Buren, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Van Buren, MO

Average visibility in December - Van Buren, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July and August (5mi).

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