December weather forecast
Murphy, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Murphy, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Murphy's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Murphy, Missouri, is 75%.

Rainfall

In Murphy, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 2.01" (51mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Murphy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.7 days and collects up to 32.01" (813mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, September, November and December are months with snowfall. In Murphy, Missouri, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 7.2" (183mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Murphy, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Murphy during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Murphy during December are 43°F (6.1°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Murphy?

The average relative humidity in December is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December in Murphy?

In Murphy, Missouri, in December, during 7.2 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Murphy in December?

In Murphy, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Murphy?

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 Murphy?

In Murphy, Missouri, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Murphy?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, in Murphy, sunrise is at 7:19 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Murphy have in December?

In Murphy, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Murphy?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Murphy?

In Murphy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Murphy, MO

Average temperature in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Murphy, MO

Average pressure in December - Murphy, 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
Murphy, MO

Average wind speed in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Murphy, MO

Average humidity in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Murphy, MO

Average rainfall in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Murphy, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (6.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Murphy, MO

Average snowfall in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Murphy, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July and August (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Murphy, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (20.1 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Murphy, MO

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

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Murphy, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Murphy, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Murphy, MO

Average visibility in December - Murphy, 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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