December weather forecast
West Alton, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in West Alton, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Temperature

West Alton's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to an icy 41.2°F (5.1°C). An average low-temperature of 29.5°F (-1.4°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in West Alton is 77%.

Rainfall

In West Alton, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Alton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 128.3 days and collects up to 18.9" (480mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in West Alton. In West Alton, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Alton, there are 17.9 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in West Alton, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in West Alton?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.2°F (5.1°C) and 29.5°F (-1.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Alton?

In West Alton, Missouri, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in West Alton in December?

In West Alton, in December, it is raining for 6.3 days, with typically 0.94" (24mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Alton in December?

In West Alton, Missouri, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Alton?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in West Alton, Missouri.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Alton?

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Alton?

On the first day of December in West Alton, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Alton?

In West Alton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Alton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in West Alton?

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

Average temperature in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Alton, MO

Average pressure in December - West Alton, 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
West Alton, MO

Average wind speed in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Alton, MO

Average humidity in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

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

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Average rainfall in December
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.94"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.83").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Alton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.14").
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
West Alton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
West Alton, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Alton, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Alton, MO

Average sunshine days in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Alton, MO

Average UV index in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
West Alton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - West Alton, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
West Alton, MO

Average visibility in December - West Alton, 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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