December weather forecast
Paducah, KY

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The buildings and beautiful and creative symbol of the Discovery Sculpture in the neat field of the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky,
The buildings and beautiful and creative symbol of the Discovery Sculpture in the neat field of the National Quilt Museum in Paducah, Kentucky,

Weather in December

Winter brings its chill back to Paducah in December. The high temperature of the month brings down the mercury level to 46.2°F (7.9°C) from 34.2°F (1.2°C) in the night, painting frosted mornings. The reduced daylight hours and the cold weather call for a cozy indoor lifestyle. Meanwhile, the first snow flurries bounce on the ground, marking the onset of the holiday season, thus encapsulating the year in a snowy embrace.

Temperature

December brings a drop in Paducah's average high-temperature, falling from a mild 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paducah, in December, during 9 rainfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Paducah, there are 126.4 rainfall days, and 16.89" (429mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated. In Paducah, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Paducah.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, in Paducah, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Paducah is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Paducah. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Paducah?

During December, Paducah experiences an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and a low-temperature of 34.2°F (1.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paducah?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in Paducah in December?

In December, in Paducah, the rain falls for 9 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Paducah in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paducah?

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

How many hours of daylight does Paducah have in December?

In Paducah, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paducah?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Paducah, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paducah?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Paducah?

In Paducah, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Paducah, KY

Average temperature in December - Paducah, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paducah, KY

Average pressure in December - Paducah, 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
Paducah, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paducah, KY

Average humidity in December - Paducah, 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
Paducah, KY

Average rainfall in December - Paducah, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.14"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.93").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paducah, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Paducah, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (14.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (7.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paducah, KY

Average snowfall in December - Paducah, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paducah, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Paducah, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Paducah, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paducah, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paducah, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Paducah, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paducah, KY

Average UV index in December - Paducah, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Paducah, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Paducah, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Paducah, KY

Average visibility in December - Paducah, 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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