December weather forecastPayne Gap, KY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Payne Gap, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Payne Gap, Kentucky, dips to a mean of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In Payne Gap, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Payne Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Payne Gap, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. In Payne Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) 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 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Payne Gap is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Payne Gap, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 5.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Payne Gap, 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, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Payne Gap, KY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
