December weather forecast
Chesterfield, MO

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Weather in December

Winter returns to Chesterfield in December, transforming the cityscape into a colder, quieter place. Snowfall makes a comeback after months of absence, with an average of 1.06" (27mm) falling. The chill in the air, combined with the festive décor adorning houses and shops, adds to the holiday spirit. Christmas preparations are in full swing with homes adorned with colorful lights and city streets bustled with shopping. Chesterfield, under the mystique of the winter night sky, glows with the joy and serenity of the holiday season, rounding off the year on a radiant note.

Temperature

The move into December in Chesterfield indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature in Chesterfield, Missouri, records at a subzero cold 30°F (-1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Chesterfield, Missouri, is 76%.

Rainfall

In Chesterfield, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.5" (38mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Chesterfield, Missouri, there are 139.6 rainfall days, and 26.1" (663mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Chesterfield, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 4.92" (125mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Chesterfield, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Chesterfield, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Chesterfield?

Chesterfield in December has an average high-temperature of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 30°F (-1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Chesterfield?

In December, the average relative humidity in Chesterfield, Missouri, is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 1.06" (27mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Chesterfield?

The month with the shortest days in Chesterfield is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December in Chesterfield, Missouri, is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Chesterfield?

On the first day of December in Chesterfield, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:20 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Chesterfield?

In Chesterfield, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Chesterfield?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Chesterfield?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Chesterfield, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average temperature in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30°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 (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average pressure in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average wind speed in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average humidity in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average rainfall in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average snowfall in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are January and December (20.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average UV index in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 7).
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
Chesterfield, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Chesterfield, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are July and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Chesterfield, MO

Average visibility in December - Chesterfield, 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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