December weather forecast
Payne, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Payne, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a moderate 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). Throughout December, Payne witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Payne, Kentucky, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 178.3 rainfall days, and 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Payne. In Payne, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. In Payne, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.9 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Payne is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Payne. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Payne in December?

In Payne, 46.8°F (8.2°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.7°F (1.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Payne?

The average relative humidity in December in Payne, Kentucky, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Payne in December?

In Payne, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Payne?

In December, in Payne, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Payne?

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

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

In Payne, the average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Payne?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, in Payne, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Payne have in December?

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

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Payne?

In Payne, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Payne, KY

Average temperature in December - Payne, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Payne, KY

Average pressure in December - Payne, 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
Payne, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Payne, KY

Average humidity in December - Payne, 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
Payne, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Payne, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Payne, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Payne, KY

Average snowfall in December - Payne, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Payne, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Payne, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 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
Payne, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Payne, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Payne, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Payne, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Payne, KY

Average UV index in December - Payne, 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
Payne, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Payne, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Payne, KY

Average visibility in December - Payne, 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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