December weather forecast
Melvin, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Melvin, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout December, the temperature in Melvin, Kentucky, tends to fall to a consistent average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Melvin, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Melvin, there are 201.6 rainfall days, and 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Melvin, Kentucky, are January through May, October through December. In Melvin, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Melvin, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Melvin is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Melvin are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Melvin in December?

During December, Melvin experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Melvin?

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

How much does it rain in Melvin in December?

In Melvin, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Melvin in December?

In Melvin, in December, during 10 snowfall days, 5.43" (138mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Melvin?

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

How many hours of daylight does Melvin have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Melvin?

On the first day of December in Melvin, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Melvin?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Melvin is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Melvin?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Melvin?

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

Average temperature in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Melvin, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Melvin, KY

Average wind speed in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Melvin, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Melvin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Melvin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Melvin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Melvin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Melvin, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Melvin, 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 and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Melvin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Melvin, KY

Average UV index in December - Melvin, 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
Melvin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Melvin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Melvin, KY

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

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

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