December weather forecast
Versailles, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Versailles, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) and an average high of 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). In the month of December, an average of 28.8°F (-1.8°C) marks the low-temperature.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Versailles, in December, during 7.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Versailles, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 139.9 days and collects up to 26.18" (665mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Versailles are January through May, October through December. In Versailles, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow. In Versailles, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 24.8 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Versailles, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Versailles is 5.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Versailles. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Versailles?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Versailles during December are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 28.8°F (-1.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Versailles?

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

How much does it rain in Versailles in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.1 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Versailles?

In Versailles, Missouri, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Versailles?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Versailles, Missouri, is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Versailles?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:10 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, in Versailles, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Versailles?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Versailles is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Versailles?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Versailles?

In Versailles, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Versailles, MO

Average temperature in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Versailles, MO

Average pressure in December - Versailles, 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
Versailles, MO

Average wind speed in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Versailles, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Versailles, MO

Average rainfall in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Versailles, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Versailles, MO

Average snowfall in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Versailles, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Versailles, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Versailles, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Versailles, MO

Average UV index in December - Versailles, 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
Versailles, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Versailles, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Versailles, MO

Average visibility in December - Versailles, 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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