December weather forecast
Springfield, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Springfield, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Springfield.

Rainfall

In Springfield, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Springfield, Kentucky, in December, during 5 snowfall days, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.5 days and aggregates up to 7.83" (199mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Springfield, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Springfield is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Springfield are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Springfield in December?

During December, Springfield experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Springfield?

The months with the highest humidity in Springfield are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Springfield?

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

How much does it rain in Springfield in December?

In December, in Springfield, Kentucky, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Springfield?

In Springfield, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Springfield?

The month with the shortest days in Springfield is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Springfield?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Springfield have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Springfield is 4.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Springfield?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Springfield 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
Springfield, KY

Average temperature in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Springfield, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Springfield, KY

Average wind speed in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Springfield, KY

Average humidity in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Springfield, KY

Average rainfall in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

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Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Springfield, KY

Average snowfall in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.9 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
Springfield, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Springfield, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Springfield, KY

Average UV index in December - Springfield, 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
Springfield, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Springfield, KY

Average visibility in December - Springfield, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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