December weather forecast
Mitchellsburg, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Mitchellsburg, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). During the nights in December, Mitchellsburg observes an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.4 rainfall days, and 35.91" (912mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mitchellsburg, there are 26 snowfall days, and 9.84" (250mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Mitchellsburg, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mitchellsburg, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mitchellsburg have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Mitchellsburg?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average temperature in December - Mitchellsburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average pressure in December - Mitchellsburg, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average rainfall in December - Mitchellsburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.7 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average snowfall in December - Mitchellsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.64").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Mitchellsburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mitchellsburg, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Mitchellsburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average UV index in December - Mitchellsburg, 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
Mitchellsburg, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Mitchellsburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Mitchellsburg, KY

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

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

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