December weather forecast
Middletown, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Middletown, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout December, Middletown encounters an average temperature drop to a cold 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Middletown, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.26" (32mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Middletown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.3 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Middletown, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Middletown, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Middletown, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Middletown, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Middletown, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Middletown?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Middletown, is 44.1°F (6.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Middletown?

The average relative humidity in December in Middletown is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Middletown?

In December, in Middletown, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Middletown in December?

In December, in Middletown, Kentucky, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Middletown?

The month with the shortest days in Middletown is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Middletown?

In December, the average day length in Middletown is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Middletown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, in Middletown, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Middletown?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Middletown, Kentucky, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Middletown?

In Middletown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Middletown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Middletown?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Middletown is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Middletown, KY

Average temperature in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Middletown, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Middletown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Middletown, KY

Average humidity in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Middletown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Middletown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Middletown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Middletown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 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
Middletown, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Middletown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Middletown, KY

Average UV index in December - Middletown, 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
Middletown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Middletown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Middletown, KY

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

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

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