December weather forecast
Park Hills, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Park Hills, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and max 43.5°F (6.4°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). Park Hills registers a consistent average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) during December.

Humidity

In Park Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Park Hills, in December, it is raining for 7.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.7 rainfall days, and 32.13" (816mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Park Hills, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Park Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Park Hills, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Park Hills, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Park Hills have in December?

In December, the average day length in Park Hills is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Park Hills?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Park Hills?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Park Hills, MO

Average temperature in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Park Hills, MO

Average pressure in December - Park Hills, 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 (29.93"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Park Hills, MO

Average wind speed in December - Park Hills, 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 (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Park Hills, MO

Average humidity in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Park Hills, MO

Average rainfall in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Park Hills, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is December (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Park Hills, MO

Average snowfall in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Park Hills, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7 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
Park Hills, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Park Hills, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Park Hills, MO

Average UV index in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Park Hills, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Park Hills, MO

Average visibility in December - Park Hills, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, July, August and September (5mi).

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