December weather forecast
Hopkins, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hopkins, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 22.8°F (-5.1°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C) in November to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C). Throughout December in Hopkins, Missouri, a steady low-temperature average of 22.8°F (-5.1°C) is noted.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hopkins, in December, during 4.6 rainfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 123.8 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hopkins, in December, during 5.4 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hopkins, Missouri, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.8 days and aggregates up to 10.51" (267mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hopkins, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hopkins, Missouri, is 5h.

UV index

In Hopkins, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Hopkins?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hopkins, is 35.2°F (1.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 22.8°F (-5.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hopkins?

In December, the average relative humidity in Hopkins, Missouri, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Hopkins in December?

In Hopkins, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 4.6 days, with typically 0.67" (17mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hopkins?

In Hopkins, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 5.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hopkins?

The month with the shortest days in Hopkins, Missouri, is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Hopkins have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hopkins?

On the first day of December in Hopkins, Missouri, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:02 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hopkins have in December?

In Hopkins, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hopkins?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hopkins, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Hopkins, MO

Average temperature in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 35.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 22.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hopkins, MO

Average pressure in December - Hopkins, 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 (29.88"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hopkins, MO

Average wind speed in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Hopkins, MO

Average humidity in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Hopkins, MO

Average rainfall in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.67"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Hopkins, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (3.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hopkins, MO

Average snowfall in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hopkins, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 18min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hopkins, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hopkins, MO

Average UV index in December - Hopkins, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Hopkins, MO

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

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

Average visibility in December
Hopkins, MO

Average visibility in December - Hopkins, 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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