December weather forecast
Tuscumbia, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Tuscumbia, 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

December brings a drop in Tuscumbia's average high-temperature, falling from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). Tuscumbia records an average nighttime low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

Rainfall

In Tuscumbia, Missouri, in December, it is raining for 6.7 days, with typically 1.42" (36mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.9 rainfall days, and 26.02" (661mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is accumulated. In Tuscumbia, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.1 days and aggregates up to 8.03" (204mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Tuscumbia, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Tuscumbia are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

During December, Tuscumbia experiences an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and a low-temperature of 29.3°F (-1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Tuscumbia, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.42" (36mm) 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 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 4:59 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Tuscumbia?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tuscumbia?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tuscumbia, MO

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°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 (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Tuscumbia, MO

Average pressure in December - Tuscumbia, 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
Tuscumbia, MO

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and March (8.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Tuscumbia, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (77%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Tuscumbia, MO

Average rainfall in December - Tuscumbia, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.42"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.18").

Average rainfall days in December
Tuscumbia, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Tuscumbia, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tuscumbia, MO

Average snowfall in December - Tuscumbia, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tuscumbia, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tuscumbia, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tuscumbia, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Tuscumbia, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tuscumbia, MO

Average UV index in December - Tuscumbia, 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
Tuscumbia, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Tuscumbia, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The months with the most cloud cover are February and March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Tuscumbia, MO

Average visibility in December - Tuscumbia, 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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