December weather forecast
Mount Carmel, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mount Carmel, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Mount Carmel, the average low-temperature during the month of December is a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Mount Carmel, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation. In Mount Carmel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Mount Carmel, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Mount Carmel, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mount Carmel?

In Mount Carmel, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Mount Carmel, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Mount Carmel, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Carmel, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average wind speed in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average humidity in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average rainfall in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average snowfall in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average UV index in December - Mount Carmel, 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
Mount Carmel, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Carmel, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Mount Carmel, KY

Average visibility in December - Mount Carmel, 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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