December weather forecast
Rocky Mount, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rocky Mount, Missouri, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). In Rocky Mount, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a freezing cold 29.3°F (-1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 76%.

Rainfall

In Rocky Mount, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.6 rainfall days, and 30.35" (771mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.1 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of snow is accumulated. In Rocky Mount, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 9.45" (240mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.2h.

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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Rocky Mount, 43.2°F (6.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 29.3°F (-1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 100.4°F (38°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rocky Mount, in December, it is raining for 7.2 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rocky Mount, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.18" (30mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Rocky Mount have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:00 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rocky Mount have in December?

In Rocky Mount, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 29.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average pressure in December - Rocky Mount, 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
Rocky Mount, MO

Average wind speed in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average humidity in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 76%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average rainfall in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average snowfall in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.18"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.54").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rocky Mount, MO

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average UV index in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Rocky Mount, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 44

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 47).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Rocky Mount, MO

Average visibility in December - Rocky Mount, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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