December weather forecast
Branson West, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Branson West, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and max 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

Branson West's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). During December, Branson West records a consistent average nighttime temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 125.1 rainfall days, and 19.84" (504mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Branson West, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 10.5 snowfall days, and 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
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, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.6h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Branson West, is 46.8°F (8.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Branson West, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Branson West, during December, snow falls for 2.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Branson West.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Branson West, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:57 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:07 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Branson West have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Branson West?

In Branson West, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Branson West, MO

Average temperature in December - Branson West, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°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 (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Branson West, MO

Average pressure in December - Branson West, 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 West, MO

Average wind speed in December - Branson West, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Branson West, MO

Average humidity in December - Branson West, 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 July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Branson West, MO

Average rainfall in December - Branson West, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.83").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Branson West, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Branson West, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (5.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Branson West, MO

Average snowfall in December - Branson West, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Branson West, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Branson West, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (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
Branson West, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Branson West, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Branson West, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Branson West, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Branson West, MO

Average UV index in December - Branson West, 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 West, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Branson West, 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, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Branson West, MO

Average visibility in December - Branson West, 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).

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