December weather forecast
Owensboro, KY

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A stunning architectural design of the famous Bluegrass Music Museum in the city of Owensboro, Kentucky

Weather in December

December in Owensboro is characterized by the onset of winter, with average temperatures dropping between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C). The snowfall returns with 0.98" (25mm) typically over about 4.2 days in December, a clear indication that winter has indeed arrived. It’s the month offering the shortest days of the year with least sunshine. Similarly, the resting nature takes a toll on the pressure, lowering it slightly from the previous month. Owensboro ends the year in a calm, cold calmness, blanketed under a thin layer of snow.

Temperature

Start of December in Owensboro brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). The temperature lowers to an average of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Owensboro, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Owensboro, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Owensboro. In Owensboro, in December, during 4.2 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Owensboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

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 6:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Owensboro is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Owensboro. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Owensboro in December?

In Owensboro, 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Owensboro?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Owensboro?

In Owensboro, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Owensboro in December?

In Owensboro, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 4.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Owensboro?

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

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

In Owensboro, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Owensboro?

On the first day of December in Owensboro, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Owensboro have in December?

In Owensboro, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Owensboro?

The months with the lowest UV index in Owensboro are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Owensboro?

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

Average temperature in December - Owensboro, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Owensboro, KY

Average pressure in December - Owensboro, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Owensboro, KY

Average wind speed in December - Owensboro, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Owensboro, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Owensboro, KY

Average rainfall in December - Owensboro, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Owensboro, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Owensboro, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Owensboro, KY

Average snowfall in December - Owensboro, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Owensboro, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Owensboro, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Owensboro, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Owensboro, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Owensboro, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Owensboro, KY

Average UV index in December - Owensboro, 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
Owensboro, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Owensboro, KY

Average visibility in December - Owensboro, 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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