December weather forecast
Altamont, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Altamont, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 38.3°F (3.5°C) and 25.7°F (-3.5°C).

Temperature

Welcoming December, Altamont observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to a cold 38.3°F (3.5°C). Altamont observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 25.7°F (-3.5°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Altamont, Missouri, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Altamont, during the entire year, the rain falls for 129.6 days and collects up to 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Altamont, there are 25.5 snowfall days, and 11.61" (295mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Altamont.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Altamont 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Altamont during December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Altamont, is 38.3°F (3.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 25.7°F (-3.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Altamont?

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

How much does it rain in Altamont in December?

In Altamont, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 6.1 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Altamont?

In December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Altamont?

The month with the shortest days in Altamont is December, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Altamont?

The average day length in December is 9h and 24min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Altamont?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:51 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:01 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Altamont?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Altamont?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Altamont?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Altamont, MO

Average temperature in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.3°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 (34°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 25.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Altamont, MO

Average pressure in December - Altamont, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Altamont, MO

Average wind speed in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

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).

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Average humidity in December
Altamont, MO

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Altamont, MO

Average rainfall in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Altamont, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (4.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Altamont, MO

Average snowfall in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.9").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Altamont, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Altamont, 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 24min).

  • 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 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Altamont, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Altamont, MO

Average UV index in December - Altamont, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Altamont, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Altamont, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Altamont, MO

Average visibility in December - Altamont, 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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