December weather forecast
Argillite, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Argillite, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

As Argillite enters December, the average high-temperature decreases from the a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) of November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, Argillite records an average temperature of 32°F (0°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Argillite, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Argillite. In Argillite, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

Argillite in December has an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Argillite?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Argillite.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Argillite, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Argillite, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Argillite is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Argillite?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Argillite, KY

Average temperature in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Argillite, KY

Average pressure in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Argillite, KY

Average wind speed in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Argillite, KY

Average humidity in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Argillite, KY

Average rainfall in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Argillite, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Argillite, KY

Average snowfall in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Argillite, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Argillite, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Argillite, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Argillite, KY

Average UV index in December - Argillite, KY
  • 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
Argillite, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Argillite, KY

Average visibility in December - Argillite, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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