December weather forecast
Herculaneum, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Herculaneum, Missouri, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.5°F (6.4°C) and min 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Temperature

Herculaneum's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). In the month of December, Herculaneum records a consistent average low-temperature of 30.7°F (-0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Herculaneum, in December, it is raining for 8.6 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 155 rainfall days, and 34.92" (887mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Herculaneum are January through March, November and December. In Herculaneum, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Herculaneum, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 8.43" (214mm) 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 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Herculaneum, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Herculaneum is 5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Herculaneum in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Herculaneum, is 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.7°F (-0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Herculaneum?

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

How much does it rain in Herculaneum in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.6 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Herculaneum?

In Herculaneum, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Herculaneum?

December has the shortest days of the year in Herculaneum, Missouri, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Herculaneum?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Herculaneum?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:18 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Herculaneum have in December?

In Herculaneum, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Herculaneum?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Herculaneum, Missouri, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average temperature in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average pressure in December - Herculaneum, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average wind speed in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Herculaneum, MO

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average rainfall in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average snowfall in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.36").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Herculaneum, 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 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Herculaneum, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average UV index in December - Herculaneum, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Herculaneum, MO

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, July and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Herculaneum, MO

Average visibility in December - Herculaneum, 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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