December weather forecast
Pocahontas, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Pocahontas, Missouri, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.5°F (0.3°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Pocahontas's average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Pocahontas, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pocahontas, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.6 days and collects up to 34.45" (875mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Pocahontas, in December, snow falls for 1.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13 snowfall days, and 5.75" (146mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Pocahontas in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pocahontas, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Pocahontas, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Pocahontas, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:13 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average temperature in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average pressure in December - Pocahontas, 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
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Average wind speed in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average humidity in December - Pocahontas, 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 (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average rainfall in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.61").

Average rainfall days in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average snowfall in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.32").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pocahontas, 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, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average UV index in December - Pocahontas, 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
Pocahontas, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Pocahontas, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Pocahontas, MO

Average visibility in December - Pocahontas, 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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