December weather forecast
Irwin, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Irwin, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.1°F (5.6°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is recorded in the month of December in Irwin.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Irwin, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Irwin, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Irwin, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Irwin is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Irwin during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Irwin, Kentucky, are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Irwin?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Irwin in December?

In Irwin, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Irwin in December?

In Irwin, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Irwin?

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

How many hours of daylight does Irwin have in December?

The average day length in December in Irwin, Kentucky, is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Irwin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Irwin, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Irwin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Irwin?

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 reading in December in Irwin?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Irwin, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Irwin, KY

Average temperature in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°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 (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Irwin, KY

Average pressure in December - Irwin, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Irwin, KY

Average wind speed in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

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 (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Irwin, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Irwin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Irwin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Irwin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Irwin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Irwin, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Irwin, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Irwin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Irwin, KY

Average UV index in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Irwin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Irwin, 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
Irwin, KY

Average visibility in December - Irwin, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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