December weather forecast
Wardsville, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wardsville, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Temperature

Wardsville in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 42.8°F (6°C). Wardsville's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 29.1°F (-1.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Wardsville, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wardsville, there are 93.7 rainfall days, and 9.29" (236mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Wardsville are January through March, November and December. In December, in Wardsville, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Wardsville, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wardsville.
On the first day of December in Wardsville, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wardsville, the average sunshine in December 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. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wardsville in December?

Wardsville in December has an average high-temperature of 42.8°F (6°C) and an average low-temperature of 29.1°F (-1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wardsville?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Wardsville?

In Wardsville, Missouri, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wardsville?

In Wardsville, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wardsville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wardsville have in December?

The average day length in December in Wardsville, Missouri, is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Wardsville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:48 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wardsville?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Wardsville?

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 reading in December in Wardsville?

In Wardsville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wardsville, MO

Average temperature in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.8°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 (38.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Wardsville, MO

Average pressure in December - Wardsville, 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
Wardsville, MO

Average wind speed in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Wardsville, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Wardsville, MO

Average rainfall in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.51"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.47").

Average rainfall days in December
Wardsville, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wardsville, MO

Average snowfall in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wardsville, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Wardsville, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wardsville, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wardsville, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (24.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Wardsville, MO

Average UV index in December - Wardsville, 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
Wardsville, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Wardsville, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

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

Average visibility in December
Wardsville, MO

Average visibility in December - Wardsville, 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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