December weather forecast
Franklin, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Franklin, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 28°F (-2.2°C) and 41.5°F (5.3°C).

Temperature

December suggests a modest reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a cold 41.5°F (5.3°C). In the month of December, the temperature in Franklin generally rests at an average low of 28°F (-2.2°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.6 rainfall days, and 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall in Franklin. In Franklin, during December, snow falls for 4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22 snowfall days, and 10.24" (260mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Franklin, Missouri.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of December, in Franklin, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Franklin is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Franklin, Missouri, 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 rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Franklin in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Franklin, is 41.5°F (5.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 28°F (-2.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

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

How much does it rain in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, Missouri, in December, during 6.1 rainfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, in December, during 4 snowfall days, 1.73" (44mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

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

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

In Franklin, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Franklin?

On the first day of December in Franklin, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:11 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 4:58 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Franklin?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Franklin, Missouri, is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Franklin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Franklin, MO

Average temperature in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin, MO

Average pressure in December - Franklin, 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 (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Franklin, MO

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin, MO

Average humidity in December - Franklin, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin, MO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin, MO

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.27").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Franklin, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin, MO

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Franklin, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are January, February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Franklin, MO

Average visibility in December - Franklin, 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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