December weather forecast
Tompkinsville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tompkinsville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Tompkinsville's average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Tompkinsville's temperature lowers to a mean of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Tompkinsville, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 182.5 rainfall days, and 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Tompkinsville, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tompkinsville, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tompkinsville is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tompkinsville. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tompkinsville in December?

December temperatures in Tompkinsville, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Tompkinsville?

December is the most humid month in Tompkinsville, Kentucky, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Tompkinsville?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tompkinsville?

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Tompkinsville?

In Tompkinsville, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tompkinsville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Tompkinsville have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tompkinsville?

On the first day of December in Tompkinsville, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tompkinsville?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Tompkinsville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Tompkinsville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average temperature in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average pressure in December - Tompkinsville, 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
Tompkinsville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

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Average rainfall days in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Tompkinsville, KY

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

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Tompkinsville, KY

Average UV index in December - Tompkinsville, 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
Tompkinsville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Tompkinsville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Tompkinsville, KY

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

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

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