December weather forecastMadisonville, KY
December
Weather in December
Madisonville encounters the full impact of winter in December. As temperatures drop from 45.9°F (7.7°C) to 34°F (1.1°C), a tangible chill suspends in the air. Snowfall of about 0.24" (6mm) over 2.4 days blankets the city in a winter wonderland. Despite the frigid temperatures, the city's holiday spirit warms hearts with festive events and holiday markets dotting the town. Therefore, December offers a characteristic festive charm and is the ideal month for those who appreciate the hushed tranquility of winter.Temperature
The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) is noted.Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Madisonville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 2.91" (74mm) 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 6:46 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Madisonville, 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).
Average rainfall in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.61"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").
Average rainfall days in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.24"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Madisonville, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Madisonville, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Madisonville, 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
Madisonville, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Madisonville, 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).
