December weather forecast
West Alton, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Alton, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41.2°F (5.1°C) and an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). Throughout December, West Alton encounters an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Alton, in December, during 6.3 rainfall days, 0.94" (24mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.3 rainfall days, and 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In West Alton, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) 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 December in West Alton, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In West Alton, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Alton, is 41.2°F (5.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Alton, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Alton, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) 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 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Alton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in West Alton, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Alton have in December?

In West Alton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Alton, MO

Average temperature in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
West Alton, MO

Average pressure in December - West Alton, 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
West Alton, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
West Alton, MO

Average humidity in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
West Alton, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Alton, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Alton, MO

Average sunshine days in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
West Alton, MO

Average UV index in December - West Alton, 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
West Alton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
West Alton, MO

Average visibility in December - West Alton, 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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