Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). During the nights in December, West Plains experiences a consistent average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.Rainfall
In West Plains, during December, the rain falls for 9.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation. In West Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 156 days and collects up to 35.08" (891mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Plains, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.4 days and aggregates up to 8.78" (223mm) of snow.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 7:01 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.
Sunshine
In West Plains, the average sunshine in December is 5.2h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December?
What is the average humidity in December?
How many days does it rain in December?
How much does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
What is the average length of the day in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December?
How many hours of sunshine does West Plains have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
How high is the UV index in December?
Average temperature in December
West Plains, MO
- Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (26.6°F).
Average pressure in December
West Plains, MO
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
West Plains, MO
- Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
West Plains, MO
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
West Plains, MO
- Average rainfall in December: 2.4"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").
Average rainfall days in December
West Plains, MO
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Plains, MO
- Average snowfall in December: 1.54"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Plains, MO
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Plains, 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 1min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Plains, MO
- Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (11.3 days).
Average UV index in December
West Plains, 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, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
West Plains, MO
- Average cloud cover in December: 46
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
West Plains, MO
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May and July (5mi).
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