December weather forecast
Durham, MO

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Durham, Missouri, with an average temperature varying between 26.6°F (-3°C) and 38.7°F (3.7°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C) in November to an icy 38.7°F (3.7°C). An average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Durham is 77%.

Rainfall

In Durham, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation. In Durham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137.5 days and collects up to 27.68" (703mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Durham, in December, snow falls for 5.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.05" (52mm) of snow. In Durham, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.4 days and aggregates up to 12.44" (316mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 24min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Durham, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Durham in December?

Durham in December has an average high-temperature of 38.7°F (3.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 26.6°F (-3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Durham?

In Durham, the average relative humidity in December is 77%.

How much does it rain in Durham in December?

In Durham, Missouri, during December, the rain falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Durham in December?

In December, in Durham, Missouri, it is snowing for 5.3 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Durham?

December has the shortest days of the year in Durham, with an average of 9h and 24min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Durham have in December?

In December, the average day length in Durham, Missouri, is 9h and 23min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Durham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Durham have in December?

In Durham, Missouri, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Durham?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Durham?

In Durham, Missouri, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Durham, MO

Average temperature in December - Durham, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 38.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (32.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (20.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Durham, MO

Average pressure in December - Durham, MO
  • Average pressure in December: 30.12"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Durham, MO

Average wind speed in December - Durham, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (10.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (6.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Durham, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Durham, MO

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (1.26").

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Average rainfall days in December
Durham, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Durham, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 6.5 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and June (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Durham, MO

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Durham, MO

Average snowfall days in December - Durham, MO
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Durham, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 0min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 24min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Durham, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Durham, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (10.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Durham, MO

Average UV index in December - Durham, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Durham, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Durham, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Durham, MO

Average visibility in December - Durham, 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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