December weather forecastElkland, MO

December

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Elkland, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average low of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Elkland reports a steady low-temperature average of 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elkland, in December, during 7.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elkland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 153.6 days and collects up to 33.5" (851mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In Elkland, in December, snow falls for 4 days, with typically accumulated 1.18" (30mm) of snow. In Elkland, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.7 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Elkland is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Elkland, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

During December, Elkland experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

In Elkland, during December, the rain falls for 7.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation.

In Elkland, Missouri, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Elkland.

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:54 pm. On the last day of the month, in Elkland, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:04 pm CST.

In Elkland, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

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

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elkland is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elkland, MO

  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkland, 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
Elkland, MO

  • Average wind speed in December: 9.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkland, MO

  • Average humidity in December: 76%

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

Average rainfall in December
Elkland, MO

  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkland, MO

  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkland, MO

  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkland, MO

  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 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).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min

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 18min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkland, MO

  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkland, 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
Elkland, MO

  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Elkland, 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).