December weather forecast
Paris, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Paris, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In Paris, the average high-temperature in December decreases from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). In Paris, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Paris, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Paris. In Paris, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature during December is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Paris?

In Paris, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Paris have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Paris, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paris have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Paris, KY

Average temperature in December - Paris, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Paris, KY

Average pressure in December - Paris, 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
Paris, KY

Average wind speed in December - Paris, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Paris, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Paris, KY

Average rainfall in December - Paris, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Paris, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Paris, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paris, KY

Average snowfall in December - Paris, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paris, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Paris, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Paris, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paris, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paris, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Paris, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Paris, KY

Average UV index in December - Paris, 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
Paris, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Paris, KY

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

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

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