December weather forecast
Payne Gap, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Payne Gap, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Payne Gap's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Payne Gap cools down to an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Payne Gap, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Payne Gap, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Payne Gap, Kentucky, there are 201.6 rainfall days, and 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. 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

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, 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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Payne Gap. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Payne Gap in December?

Payne Gap in December has an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Payne Gap?

In Payne Gap, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Payne Gap in December?

In December, in Payne Gap, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Payne Gap?

In Payne Gap, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Payne Gap?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Payne Gap have in December?

In December, the average day length in Payne Gap is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Payne Gap?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Payne Gap, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Payne Gap?

In Payne Gap, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Payne Gap?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Payne Gap?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Payne Gap, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average pressure in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average wind speed in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average humidity in December
Payne Gap, KY

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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Payne Gap, KY

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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average snowfall in December
Payne Gap, KY

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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Payne Gap, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Payne Gap, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average UV index in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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Average visibility in December
Payne Gap, KY

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).

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