December weather forecast
University City, MO

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Weather in December

December in University City, Missouri, is a chilly affair as winter takes hold. With a high temperature average of 42.6°F (5.9°C), the climate is frequently characterized by cold days and colder nights. Snowfall decorates the cityscape with an average of 1.85" (47mm), the highest in the year. A white Christmas is a prominent feature of December, adding to the city's holiday charm. The stark winter weather showcases a festive spirit in University City, closing the year with a spectacular display of winter wonders.

Temperature

As University City, Missouri, enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) of November to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). In December, the average low-temperature in University City, Missouri, records at a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In University City, during December, the rain falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In University City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 144.8 days and collects up to 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in University City are January through March, November and December. In University City, Missouri, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in University City, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in University City is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, in University City, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In University City, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in University City. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in University City?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in University City are 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in University City?

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

How much does it rain in University City in December?

In University City, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 7.5 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in University City in December?

In December, in University City, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in University City?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in University City?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in University City?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does University City have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in University City is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in University City?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in University City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in University City is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
University City, MO

Average temperature in December - University City, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
University City, MO

Average pressure in December - University City, 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
University City, MO

Average wind speed in December - University City, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
University City, MO

Average humidity in December - University City, 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 (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
University City, MO

Average rainfall in December - University City, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
University City, MO

Average rainfall days in December - University City, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
University City, MO

Average snowfall in December - University City, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.85"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.6").
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
University City, MO

Average snowfall days in December - University City, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July and August (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
University City, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - University City, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
University City, MO

Average sunshine days in December - University City, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
University City, MO

Average UV index in December - University City, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
University City, MO

Average cloud cover in December - University City, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
University City, MO

Average visibility in December - University City, 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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