December weather forecast
Paxton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Paxton, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Paxton's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Paxton, Kentucky, there are 178 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Paxton, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Paxton, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Paxton in December?

In Paxton, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Paxton, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Paxton is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 Paxton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Paxton, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Paxton, KY

Average pressure in December - Paxton, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Paxton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Paxton, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Paxton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Paxton, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Paxton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Paxton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Paxton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paxton, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Paxton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Paxton, KY

Average UV index in December - Paxton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Paxton, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Paxton, KY

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

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

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