December weather forecast
Goshen, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Goshen, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During the nights in December, Goshen experiences a consistent average temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Goshen, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Goshen, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Goshen, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 28.3 snowfall days, and 7.72" (196mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures in Goshen vary between a high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Goshen, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Goshen, in December, during 5.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Goshen, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Goshen have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December in Goshen?

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

Average temperature in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Goshen, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Goshen, KY

Average wind speed in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Goshen, KY

Average humidity in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Goshen, KY

Average rainfall in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Goshen, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goshen, KY

Average snowfall in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goshen, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Goshen, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goshen, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Goshen, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Goshen, KY

Average UV index in December - Goshen, 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
Goshen, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Goshen, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Goshen, KY

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

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

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