December weather forecastZalma, MO
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Zalma, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).Temperature
December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). In December, Zalma records an average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
In Zalma, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.Rainfall
In December, in Zalma, the rain falls for 10 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 156.6 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Zalma, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Zalma, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.7 days and aggregates up to 4.69" (119mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, in Zalma, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.
Sunshine
January, February and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Zalma, MO
- Average high temperature in December: 45°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in December
Zalma, MO
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.93"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Zalma, MO
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).
Average humidity in December
Zalma, MO
- Average humidity in December: 77%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).
Average rainfall in December
Zalma, MO
- Average rainfall in December: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Zalma, MO
- Average rainfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Zalma, MO
- Average snowfall in December: 0.98"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Zalma, MO
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Zalma, MO
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 54min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Zalma, MO
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Zalma, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Zalma, MO
- Average cloud cover in December: 47
The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Zalma, 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).
