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Cape Girardeau Weather in December

Cape Girardeau in December sees low daytime temperatures of 8°C (46°F) and nighttime lows of -1°C (30°F). Rainfall is fairly high this month at around 114 mm (4.5 in), so pack a rain jacket to stay dry.

Rainfall in Cape Girardeau in December

Snow/rain is expected on roughly 11 days, totalling around 114 mm (4.5 in) for the month. When showers do arrive, they tend to be on the heavier side. Worth being prepared even if rain days are not that numerous.

Temperature in Cape Girardeau in December

December in Cape Girardeau brings typical temperatures with highs around 8°C (46°F) and lows of -1°C (30°F). The winter season is characteristic of December. Temperatures remain on the cold side all day. A proper warm jacket is worth having, not just for evenings. At -1°C (30°F) overnight, frost and ice are likely outside. Indoors, consider packing an extra blanket if you're unsure about the heating.

Our weather planner can help you find worldwide destinations with pleasant weather during this period. September typically offers the best weather for Cape Girardeau.

Cape Girardeau Temperature in December

Min Temperature
-1°C (30°F)
Max Temperature
8°C (46°F)
Chance of Rain
37%
Precipitation
114 mm (4.5 in)
Rainy days
11 days

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

What to Wear in Cape Girardeau in December

Dress warmly and in layers for your trip to Cape Girardeau in December. A good base layer system works wonders. Start with good thermal underwear, add something warm like a fleece sweater, then finish with a waterproof jacket on top. Expect heavy rainfall, so bring good rain protection and waterproof bags.

What To Do in Cape Girardeau in December

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

  • Cycling
    4/10
  • Walking
    4/10
  • Barbeque
    1/10
  • Camping
    1/10
  • Outdoor sports
    4/10

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