December weather forecast
Russellville, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Russellville, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.2°F (1.2°C) and an average high of 47.1°F (8.4°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). In Russellville, December nights cool down to an average of 34.2°F (1.2°C).

Humidity

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.4 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Russellville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 138.2 days and collects up to 16.3" (414mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April and December. December is the first month it typically snows in Russellville. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Russellville, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.7 days and aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Russellville, is 47.1°F (8.4°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.2°F (1.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Russellville, Kentucky.

What is the average humidity in December in Russellville?

In Russellville, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Russellville, in December, during 9.4 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 2 snowfall days, it receives 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Russellville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Russellville, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Russellville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Russellville, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Russellville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.83").

Average rainfall days in December
Russellville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Russellville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Russellville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Russellville, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Russellville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Russellville, KY

Average UV index in December - Russellville, 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
Russellville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Russellville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Russellville, KY

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

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

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