December weather forecast
Richmond, MO

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Richmond, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between min 26.8°F (-2.9°C) and max 40.1°F (4.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Richmond's average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a wintry 40.1°F (4.5°C). In the month of December, Richmond witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 26.8°F (-2.9°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Richmond, during December, the rain falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. In Richmond, during the entire year, the rain falls for 137 days and collects up to 27.52" (699mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Richmond, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 18.1 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) 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 December in Richmond, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Richmond in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Richmond, is 40.1°F (4.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 26.8°F (-2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), 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 Richmond?

The average relative humidity in December is 76%.

How much does it rain in Richmond in December?

In December, in Richmond, the rain falls for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Richmond in December?

In Richmond, in December, during 3.9 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Richmond?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Richmond.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 28min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Richmond?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:17 am and sunset at 4:53 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:03 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Richmond?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Richmond?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Richmond, MO

Average temperature in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average high temperature in December: 40.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 26.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (21.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Richmond, MO

Average pressure in December - Richmond, 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 (29.9"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Richmond, MO

Average wind speed in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (6.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Richmond, MO

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are May and June (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Richmond, MO

Average rainfall in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Richmond, MO

Average rainfall days in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (5.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Richmond, MO

Average snowfall in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Richmond, MO

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Richmond, MO

Average sunshine days in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is December (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Richmond, MO

Average UV index in December - Richmond, 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
Richmond, MO

Average cloud cover in December - Richmond, MO
  • Average cloud cover in December: 43

The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Richmond, MO

Average visibility in December - Richmond, 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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