December weather forecastBranson, MO

December
Weather in December
December cloaks Branson in the ceremonious spirit of winter with a marked drop in the mercury compared to preceding November. It brings in the crisp winter air and carpeting the city in a festive mood. Periodic snowflakes embellish the cityscapes and amplify the holiday spirit. While indoor activities dominate the scene, slicing through cold in protective clothing can reveal many outdoor adventures. With all its winter characteristics, December wraps up the year perfectly, rounding off the seasonal cycle in this Missouri city.Temperature
As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature in Branson, Missouri, falls from a moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C). Branson's temperature lowers to a mean of 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during the nights in December.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 75%.Rainfall
In Branson, during December, the rain falls for 8.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of precipitation. In Branson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.9 days and collects up to 32.4" (823mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Branson, Missouri. In Branson, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Branson, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.7 days and aggregates up to 4.96" (126mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year in Branson, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of December, in Branson, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Branson, the average sunshine in December is 5.6h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Branson, Missouri. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Branson, MO
- Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Branson, 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 (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Branson, MO
- Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Branson, MO
- Average humidity in December: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July, August and October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Branson, MO
- Average rainfall in December: 1.97"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and February (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Branson, MO
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Branson, MO
- Average snowfall in December: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Branson, MO
- Average snowfall days in December: 3 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
Branson, MO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Branson, MO
- Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Branson, 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
Branson, MO
- Average cloud cover in December: 41
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Branson, MO
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).





