December weather forecast
Wheeling, MO

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Wheeling, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 25.7°F (-3.5°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C) in November to a wintry 38.7°F (3.7°C). An average minimum temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) is recorded during the month of December.

Humidity

In Wheeling, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Wheeling, in December, during 6.5 rainfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Wheeling, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.4 days and collects up to 28.82" (732mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wheeling, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow. In Wheeling, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 12.13" (308mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Wheeling, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Wheeling, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Wheeling are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Wheeling in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Wheeling, records 38.7°F (3.7°C), while the low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wheeling?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How many days does it rain in December in Wheeling?

In December, in Wheeling, the rain falls for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Wheeling?

In Wheeling, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wheeling?

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Wheeling, Missouri.

How many hours of daylight does Wheeling have in December?

In Wheeling, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 25min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wheeling?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, in Wheeling, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Wheeling?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Wheeling?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Wheeling?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
Average humidity
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
Wheeling, MO

Average temperature in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (33.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°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 (20.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Wheeling, MO

Average pressure in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wheeling, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Wheeling, MO

Average humidity in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Wheeling, MO

Average rainfall in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Wheeling, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wheeling, MO

Average snowfall in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.57"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.41").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wheeling, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wheeling, MO

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wheeling, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Wheeling, MO

Average UV index in December - Wheeling, 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
Wheeling, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Wheeling, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Wheeling, MO

Average visibility in December - Wheeling, 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).

Wheeling, Missouri, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location