December weather forecast
Rose Hill, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rose Hill, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to an icy 41.5°F (5.3°C). Throughout December, Rose Hill's nights cool down to an average of 28.4°F (-2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 5.8 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Rose Hill, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.6 days and collects up to 28.31" (719mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, May, October through December. In Rose Hill, during December, snow falls for 3.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.3 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of December, in Rose Hill, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.5°F (5.3°C) and 28.4°F (-2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 75%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rose Hill, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Rose Hill, in December, during 3.1 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Rose Hill, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:15 am and sunset at 4:55 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:05 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rose Hill, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average temperature in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 28.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average pressure in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.91"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rose Hill, MO

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (10.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (6.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average humidity in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 75%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average rainfall in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average snowfall in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rose Hill, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (22 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average UV index in December - Rose Hill, 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
Rose Hill, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Rose Hill, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 42

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 47).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Rose Hill, MO

Average visibility in December - Rose Hill, 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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