December weather forecast
Virden, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Virden, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.8°F (7.1°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Virden records an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Virden.

Rainfall

In Virden, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Virden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.3 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Virden, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) 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 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Virden?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Virden, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Virden in December?

In Virden, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is 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 Virden, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Virden, KY

Average temperature in December - Virden, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°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 (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Virden, KY

Average pressure in December - Virden, 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
Virden, KY

Average wind speed in December - Virden, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Virden, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Virden, KY

Average rainfall in December - Virden, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Virden, KY

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Virden, KY

Average snowfall in December - Virden, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Virden, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Virden, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Virden, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Virden, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Virden, KY

Average UV index in December - Virden, 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
Virden, KY

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

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

Average visibility in December
Virden, KY

Average visibility in December - Virden, 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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