December weather forecast
Watson, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Watson, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 23.9°F (-4.5°C) and 36.5°F (2.5°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the average high-temperature recedes from November's fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C) to a cold 36.5°F (2.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Watson witnesses an average low-temperature of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Watson, during December, the rain falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation. In Watson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.8 days and collects up to 24.09" (612mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Watson. In Watson, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Watson, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.5 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 23.9°F (-4.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Watson, in December, it is raining for 4 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Watson, during December, snow falls for 4.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 4:56 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:06 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What are the months 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Watson, MO

Average temperature in December - Watson, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (18.5°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Watson, 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 (29.87"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
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Average wind speed in December - Watson, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are March and April (10.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.6mph).

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (67%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Watson, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Watson, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watson, MO

Average snowfall in December - Watson, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
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 - Watson, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (6.7 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
Watson, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watson, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Watson, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are November and December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Watson, 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 - Watson, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Watson, 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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