December weather forecast
Ellisville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ellisville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ellisville, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 35.91" (912mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ellisville. In Ellisville, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Ellisville, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 12.01" (305mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ellisville, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Ellisville, Kentucky, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ellisville, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Ellisville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ellisville?

In Ellisville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ellisville, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ellisville, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ellisville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ellisville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ellisville, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ellisville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ellisville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Ellisville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ellisville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ellisville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ellisville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ellisville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ellisville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Ellisville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ellisville, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ellisville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ellisville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Ellisville, KY

Average UV index in December - Ellisville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ellisville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ellisville, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Ellisville, KY

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

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

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