December weather forecast
Herculaneum, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Herculaneum, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

December involves a decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Herculaneum, an average temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Herculaneum, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Herculaneum, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155 days and collects up to 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Herculaneum, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Herculaneum, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Herculaneum, records 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Herculaneum?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Herculaneum, in December, during 8.6 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Herculaneum, Missouri, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Herculaneum have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Herculaneum, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Herculaneum is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average temperature in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average pressure in December - Herculaneum, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average wind speed in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average humidity in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average rainfall in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average snowfall in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average UV index in December - Herculaneum, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average visibility in December - Herculaneum, 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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