December weather forecast
Southgate, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Southgate, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Southgate's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Southgate temperatures generally rest at a low of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southgate, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Southgate, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Southgate, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, in Southgate, the average high-temperature is 41.9°F (5.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Southgate in December?

In Southgate, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Southgate?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Southgate, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Southgate have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Southgate, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Southgate, KY

Average temperature in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Southgate, KY

Average pressure in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Southgate, KY

Average wind speed in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Southgate, KY

Average humidity in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Southgate, KY

Average rainfall in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Southgate, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Southgate, KY

Average snowfall in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Southgate, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Southgate, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Southgate, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Southgate, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Southgate, KY

Average UV index in December - Southgate, 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
Southgate, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Southgate, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Southgate, KY

Average visibility in December - Southgate, 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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