December weather forecast
Clayton, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Clayton, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) is observed.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Clayton, Missouri, in December, during 7.5 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 144.8 rainfall days, and 30.59" (777mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Clayton are January through March, November and December. In December, in Clayton, it is snowing for 3.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.2 snowfall days, and 8.19" (208mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Clayton, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Clayton?

December temperatures in Clayton, Missouri, vary between a high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clayton?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Clayton in December?

In December, in Clayton, the rain falls for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Clayton?

In December, in Clayton, 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 Clayton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Clayton have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Clayton?

On the first day of December in Clayton, 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 long on average sun shines in December in Clayton?

In Clayton, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Clayton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clayton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Clayton is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Clayton, MO

Average temperature in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average pressure in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average wind speed in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average humidity in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average rainfall in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average snowfall in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average UV index in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Clayton, 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
Clayton, MO

Average visibility in December - Clayton, 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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