December weather forecast
Lucerne, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lucerne, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 36.1°F (2.3°C) and an average low of 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Temperature

In Lucerne, entering December brings a temperature decrement, reducing from November's frosty 48.7°F (9.3°C) to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C). In Lucerne, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 23.9°F (-4.5°C).

Humidity

In Lucerne, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Lucerne, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 130.9 rainfall days, and 24.65" (626mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lucerne are January through May, October through December. In Lucerne, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 13.9" (353mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 18min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Lucerne, Missouri, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

In Lucerne, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In Lucerne, in December, the average high-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 23.9°F (-4.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lucerne, Missouri, in December, during 6 rainfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Lucerne, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 18min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Lucerne have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 20min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:47 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 4:56 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lucerne have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lucerne?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lucerne, MO

Average temperature in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 36.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (30.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 23.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (17.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lucerne, MO

Average pressure in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.89"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lucerne, MO

Average wind speed in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 10.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (7.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Lucerne, MO

Average humidity in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is June (83%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Lucerne, MO

Average rainfall in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Lucerne, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (4.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lucerne, MO

Average snowfall in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.86").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lucerne, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lucerne, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lucerne, MO

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Lucerne, MO

Average UV index in December - Lucerne, 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
Lucerne, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Lucerne, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lucerne, MO

Average visibility in December - Lucerne, 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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