December weather forecast
Vulcan, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Vulcan, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Vulcan's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

The months with the least rainfall are September and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Vulcan, Missouri, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.9 snowfall days, and 4.72" (120mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average 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. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Vulcan in December?

In Vulcan, 45.3°F (7.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 32°F (0°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 77%.

What is the driest month?

The months with the least rainfall are September and December Rain falls for 8.1 days and accumulates 1.26" (32mm) of rain.

How much does it rain in December?

In Vulcan, in December, it is raining for 8.1 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Vulcan, during December, snow falls for 1.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) 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 Vulcan have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:16 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Vulcan, MO

Average temperature in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
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Average pressure in December - Vulcan, 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 - Vulcan, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Vulcan, MO

Average humidity in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
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Average rainfall in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.03").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and December (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
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Average rainfall days in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and December (8.1 days).

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
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Average snowfall days in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Vulcan, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
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Average sunshine days in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
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Average UV index in December - Vulcan, 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
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Average cloud cover in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
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Average visibility in December - Vulcan, MO
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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