December weather forecast
Greenville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Greenville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Greenville's temperature drops to an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Greenville, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Greenville, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In Greenville, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 4.45" (113mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Greenville, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Greenville in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Greenville, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Greenville?

In Greenville, during December, the rain falls for 10.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Greenville, it is snowing for 2.9 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Greenville?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Greenville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Greenville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month 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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Greenville, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Greenville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Greenville, KY

Average humidity in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Greenville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.52").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.26").

Average rainfall days in December
Greenville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Greenville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.69").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Greenville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Greenville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Greenville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Greenville, KY

Average UV index in December - Greenville, 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
Greenville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Greenville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Greenville, KY

Average visibility in December - Greenville, 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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