December weather forecast
Higginsville, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Higginsville, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 27.5°F (-2.5°C) and 40.6°F (4.8°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to an icy 40.6°F (4.8°C). Higginsville experiences an average nighttime temperature of 27.5°F (-2.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 0.91" (23mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 121.1 rainfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Higginsville, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.71" (18mm) of snow. In Higginsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 17 days and aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of December, in Higginsville, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Higginsville, the average sunshine in December is 5.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 40.6°F (4.8°C) and 27.5°F (-2.5°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 appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Higginsville, in December, it is raining for 5.2 days, with typically 0.91" (23mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:52 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Higginsville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Higginsville is 5.3h.

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 Higginsville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Higginsville, MO

Average temperature in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 27.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (22.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Higginsville, MO

Average pressure in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Higginsville, MO

Average wind speed in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Higginsville, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Higginsville, MO

Average rainfall in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.91"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.44").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Higginsville, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (5.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Higginsville, MO

Average snowfall in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Higginsville, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Higginsville, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Higginsville, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 23.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (23.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are June and July (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Higginsville, MO

Average UV index in December - Higginsville, 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
Higginsville, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Higginsville, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Higginsville, MO

Average visibility in December - Higginsville, 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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