December weather forecast
Vandiver, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Vandiver, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C) and an average high of 40.5°F (4.7°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 40.5°F (4.7°C). Vandiver, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

Rainfall

In Vandiver, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.2 rainfall days, and 29.13" (740mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Vandiver. In Vandiver, Missouri, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 10.08" (256mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min 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 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In Vandiver, in December, the average high-temperature is 40.5°F (4.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Vandiver, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 28min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:54 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Vandiver have in December?

In Vandiver, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Vandiver, MO

Average temperature in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°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 (22.3°F).

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

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Vandiver, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
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Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Vandiver, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Vandiver, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Vandiver, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Vandiver, MO

Average visibility in December - Vandiver, 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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