December weather forecast
Hillsboro, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hillsboro, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.3°F (6.3°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

In Hillsboro, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 43.3°F (6.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Hillsboro experiences an average drop to a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Hillsboro, in December, during 7.6 rainfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hillsboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.9 days and collects up to 28.5" (724mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.6 days. Throughout December, 1.93" (49mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.5 snowfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hillsboro.
On the first day of December in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hillsboro is 5h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hillsboro. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Hillsboro in December?

In Hillsboro, 43.3°F (6.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hillsboro?

The average relative humidity in December in Hillsboro, Missouri, is 76%.

How much does it rain in Hillsboro in December?

In December, in Hillsboro, the rain falls for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsboro?

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

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

In Hillsboro, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hillsboro?

On the first day of December in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hillsboro?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average temperature in December - Hillsboro, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average pressure in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, MO

Average wind speed in December - Hillsboro, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average humidity in December - Hillsboro, 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 (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average rainfall in December - Hillsboro, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsboro, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average snowfall in December - Hillsboro, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.93"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsboro, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsboro, 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 month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsboro, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hillsboro, MO

Average UV index in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, MO

Average visibility in December - Hillsboro, 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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