December weather forecast
Phillipsburg, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Phillipsburg, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 29.5°F (-1.4°C) and max 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

Phillipsburg's average high-temperature decreases in December, falling from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a subzero cold 29.5°F (-1.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Phillipsburg is 76%.

Rainfall

In Phillipsburg, in December, during 8.5 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Phillipsburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.4 days and collects up to 31.34" (796mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, November and December are months with snowfall in Phillipsburg. In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Phillipsburg, there are 25.2 snowfall days, and 10.91" (277mm) 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 7:07 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of December, in Phillipsburg, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Phillipsburg, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Phillipsburg are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Phillipsburg?

In Phillipsburg, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.9°F (6.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 29.5°F (-1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Phillipsburg?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How many days does it rain in December in Phillipsburg?

In Phillipsburg, during December, the rain falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Phillipsburg in December?

In December, in Phillipsburg, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.97" (50mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Phillipsburg?

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

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Phillipsburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Phillipsburg?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Phillipsburg, Missouri, is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Phillipsburg?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Phillipsburg?

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

Average temperature in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average pressure in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Phillipsburg, MO

Average wind speed in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (9.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6mph).

Average humidity in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average humidity in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, October and November (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average rainfall in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and February (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average snowfall in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.97"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Phillipsburg, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average UV index in December - Phillipsburg, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Phillipsburg, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Phillipsburg, MO

Average visibility in December - Phillipsburg, 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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