December weather forecast
Walnut Shade, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Walnut Shade, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December involves a temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping from a moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Nighttime temperatures in December average to a subzero cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In Walnut Shade, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 142.8 rainfall days, and 30.47" (774mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 9.5 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Walnut Shade, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Walnut Shade, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Walnut Shade have in December?

In Walnut Shade, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Walnut Shade?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Walnut Shade, MO

Average temperature in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Walnut Shade, MO

Average pressure in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Walnut Shade, MO

Average humidity in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, July, August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Walnut Shade, MO

Average rainfall in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Walnut Shade, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
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Average snowfall in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.4 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
Walnut Shade, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Walnut Shade, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Walnut Shade, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
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Average cloud cover in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Walnut Shade, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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