December weather forecast
Mayfield, KY

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Weather in December

December marks the onset of winter again in Mayfield, Kentucky. As the year winds down, cooler weather prevails with an average high and low of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C). Occasional snowfall coats the city in a white winter blanket creating a festive outlook. With longer nights and shorter days, indoor activities become more prominent. Despite the cold, the holiday spirit in December keeps Mayfield warm and lively.

Temperature

December in Mayfield comes with a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from November's refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). An average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is common in Mayfield during the nights of December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mayfield is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mayfield, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Mayfield, there are 178.3 rainfall days, and 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Mayfield, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mayfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mayfield is 4.9h.

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 rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Mayfield?

The high-temperature in Mayfield, Kentucky, during December is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mayfield?

In Mayfield, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mayfield?

In December, in Mayfield, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mayfield in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mayfield?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Mayfield?

In December, the average day length in Mayfield is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mayfield?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mayfield have in December?

In Mayfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Mayfield?

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 Mayfield?

In Mayfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Mayfield, KY

Average temperature in December - Mayfield, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mayfield, KY

Average pressure in December - Mayfield, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mayfield, KY

Average wind speed in December - Mayfield, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mayfield, KY

Average humidity in December - Mayfield, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Mayfield, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mayfield, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Mayfield, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mayfield, KY

Average snowfall in December - Mayfield, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mayfield, KY

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mayfield, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mayfield, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Mayfield, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mayfield, KY

Average UV index in December - Mayfield, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Mayfield, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Mayfield, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Mayfield, KY

Average visibility in December - Mayfield, 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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