December weather forecast
Sheldon, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sheldon, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Sheldon is 74%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall in Sheldon are January and December Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of rain.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sheldon, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Sheldon, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.5 days and aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Sheldon 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 radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Sheldon?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sheldon, records 44.6°F (7°C), while the low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 74%.

What is the driest month in Sheldon?

The months with the least rainfall in Sheldon are January and December Rain falls for 6.7 days and accumulates 1.5" (38mm) of rain.

How many days does it rain in December in Sheldon?

In Sheldon, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sheldon in December?

In Sheldon, Missouri, in December, snow falls for 3.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheldon?

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

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sheldon?

On the first day of December in Sheldon, sunrise is at 7:14 am and sunset at 4:58 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:08 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sheldon?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sheldon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sheldon?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheldon, MO

Average temperature in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheldon, MO

Average pressure in December - Sheldon, 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 (29.92"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sheldon, MO

Average wind speed in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheldon, MO

Average humidity in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 74%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheldon, MO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (5.79").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January and December (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheldon, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheldon, MO

Average snowfall in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheldon, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5 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
Sheldon, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sheldon, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheldon, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheldon, MO

Average UV index in December - Sheldon, 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
Sheldon, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Sheldon, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 41

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 46).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and July (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Sheldon, MO

Average visibility in December - Sheldon, 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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