December weather forecast
Buffalo, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Buffalo, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 29.3°F (-1.5°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Buffalo experiences an average low-temperature reading of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Buffalo is 75%.

Rainfall

In December, in Buffalo, the rain falls for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Buffalo, Missouri, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.7 days and collects up to 33.35" (847mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Buffalo, it is snowing for 3.8 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Buffalo, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 9.25" (235mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Buffalo, Missouri, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Buffalo, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Buffalo, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Buffalo during December?

In Buffalo, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Buffalo?

In December, the average relative humidity in Buffalo, Missouri, is 75%.

How much does it rain in Buffalo in December?

In Buffalo, during December, the rain falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Buffalo in December?

In Buffalo, Missouri, in December, during 3.8 snowfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buffalo?

The month with the shortest days in Buffalo, Missouri, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Buffalo, Missouri, is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Buffalo?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Buffalo?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Buffalo is 5.4h.

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

January, February, November 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 Buffalo?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Buffalo 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
Buffalo, MO

Average temperature in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°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 (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Buffalo, MO

Average pressure in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The months with the lowest atmospheric pressure are April and June (29.93"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Buffalo, MO

Average wind speed in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Buffalo, MO

Average humidity in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, October and November (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Buffalo, MO

Average rainfall in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.04").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

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Average rainfall days in December
Buffalo, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (6.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Buffalo, MO

Average snowfall in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.77"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Buffalo, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.3 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
Buffalo, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 2min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Buffalo, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Buffalo, MO

Average UV index in December - Buffalo, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Buffalo, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Buffalo, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Buffalo, MO

Average visibility in December - Buffalo, 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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