December weather forecast
Virden, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Virden, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.8°F (7.1°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Virden, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Virden, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.3 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Virden, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. In Virden, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. In Virden, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 11.69" (297mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Virden.
On the first day of December in Virden, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Virden?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Virden?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Virden?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Virden?

In Virden, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Virden?

In Virden, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Virden?

December has the shortest days of the year in Virden, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Virden is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Virden?

On the first day of December in Virden, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Virden have in December?

In Virden, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Virden?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Virden, KY

Average temperature in December - Virden, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Virden, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Virden, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Virden, KY

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Virden, KY

Average rainfall in December - Virden, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Virden, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Virden, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Virden, KY

Average snowfall in December - Virden, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Virden, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Virden, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Virden, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Virden, 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 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Virden, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Virden, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Virden, KY

Average UV index in December - Virden, 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
Virden, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Virden, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Virden, KY

Average visibility in December - Virden, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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