December weather forecast
Carthage, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Carthage, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 41°F (5°C) and an average low of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cool 50.9°F (10.5°C) to an icy 41°F (5°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 30.2°F (-1°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Carthage, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 121.7 rainfall days, and 12.4" (315mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.7 snowfall days, and 3.98" (101mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 1. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 1 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Carthage in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41°F (5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.2°F (-1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Carthage?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Carthage, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 0.98" (25mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carthage, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Carthage have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carthage, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carthage have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 1, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 1. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carthage, KY

Average temperature in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (35.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Carthage, KY

Average pressure in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carthage, KY

Average wind speed in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Carthage, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Carthage, KY

Average rainfall in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.98"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.42").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Carthage, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carthage, KY

Average snowfall in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carthage, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.1 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
Carthage, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carthage, KY
  • 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: 4h and 1min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carthage, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (14 days).

Average UV index in December
Carthage, KY

Average UV index in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 1

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 1).

Average cloud cover in December
Carthage, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Carthage, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Carthage, KY

Average visibility in December - Carthage, KY
  • 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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