December weather forecast
Maxwell, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Maxwell, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.7°F (7.6°C) and min 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). In the month of December, Maxwell experiences an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Maxwell, in December, during 7.4 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 114.1 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Maxwell, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 33.8°F (1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Maxwell, during December, the rain falls for 7.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Maxwell, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.08" (2mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Maxwell have in December?

In Maxwell, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Maxwell?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Maxwell, KY

Average temperature in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Maxwell, KY

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

Average wind speed in December
Maxwell, KY

Average wind speed in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Maxwell, KY

Average humidity in December - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, KY

Average rainfall in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Maxwell, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Maxwell, KY

Average snowfall in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Maxwell, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Maxwell, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Maxwell, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Maxwell, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Maxwell, KY

Average UV index in December - Maxwell, 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
Maxwell, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Maxwell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Maxwell, KY

Average visibility in December - Maxwell, 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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