December weather forecast
Paxton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Paxton, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In Paxton, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Paxton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Paxton, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Paxton, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Paxton?

In Paxton, 45°F (7.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.3°F (0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Paxton?

In Paxton, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Paxton in December?

In Paxton, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Paxton?

In December, in Paxton, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paxton?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Paxton.

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

In Paxton, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Paxton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Paxton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Paxton?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Paxton?

In Paxton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paxton, KY

Average temperature in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paxton, KY

Average pressure in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Paxton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paxton, KY

Average humidity in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paxton, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paxton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paxton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paxton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Paxton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paxton, 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 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paxton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paxton, KY

Average UV index in December - Paxton, 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
Paxton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Paxton, KY

Average visibility in December - Paxton, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).

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