December weather forecast
McGowan, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in McGowan, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

In McGowan, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to an icy 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In McGowan, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.5 rainfall days, and 39.65" (1007mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In McGowan, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In McGowan, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.5 days and aggregates up to 6.57" (167mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jul 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In McGowan, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In McGowan, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 2.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in McGowan?

In McGowan, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is 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 reading 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 exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
McGowan, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

Average pressure in December
McGowan, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
McGowan, KY

Average wind speed in December - McGowan, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
McGowan, KY

Average humidity in December - McGowan, 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 (71%).

Average rainfall in December
McGowan, KY

Average rainfall in December - McGowan, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
McGowan, KY

Average rainfall days in December - McGowan, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
McGowan, KY

Average snowfall in December - McGowan, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McGowan, KY

Average snowfall days in December - McGowan, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
McGowan, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McGowan, 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 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
McGowan, KY

Average sunshine days in December - McGowan, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
McGowan, KY

Average UV index in December - McGowan, 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
McGowan, KY

Average cloud cover in December - McGowan, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
McGowan, KY

Average visibility in December - McGowan, 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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