December weather forecastAmsterdam, MO
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Amsterdam, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 42.8°F (6°C) and 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Temperature
Welcoming December, Amsterdam observes a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 42.8°F (6°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Amsterdam is a subzero cold 28.9°F (-1.7°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 73%.Rainfall
In Amsterdam, in December, it is raining for 4.3 days, with typically 0.71" (18mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Amsterdam, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.1 days and collects up to 13.9" (353mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Amsterdam are January through March, May, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated. In Amsterdam, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days in Amsterdam is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 5.5h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average high temperature in December: 42.8°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 28.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average wind speed in December: 9.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average humidity in December: 73%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average rainfall in December: 0.71"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.6").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.35").
Average rainfall days in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average rainfall days in December: 4.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average snowfall in December: 0.31"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average snowfall days in December: 2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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: 5h and 30min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average sunshine days in December: 25.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Amsterdam, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Amsterdam, MO
- Average cloud cover in December: 40
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in December
Amsterdam, 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).
