December weather forecast
Paintsville, KY

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Weather in December

Winter takes full control of Paintsville's weather in December, sending temperatures spiraling downward from November. With snowfall rising to 2.8" (71mm), the city begins to portray a winter wonderland. Despite winter's dominance, Paintsville manages to bask in some amount of sunshine, adding a dash of warmth to the frosty ambiance. Undeniably, December encapsulates the season's frigid elegance, making it pretty spectacular for locals and winter enthusiasts.

Temperature

A subtle shift in Paintsville's weather is observed as November turns into December, with the average high temperature reducing from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Paintsville, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Paintsville are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Paintsville, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Paintsville, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Paintsville, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
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. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Paintsville in December?

In Paintsville, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.3°F (7.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Paintsville?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Paintsville?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Paintsville?

In Paintsville, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Paintsville in December?

In December, in Paintsville, Kentucky, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Paintsville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Paintsville have in December?

In Paintsville, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Paintsville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Paintsville, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Paintsville?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Paintsville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Paintsville is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Paintsville, KY

Average temperature in December - Paintsville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Paintsville, KY

Average pressure in December - Paintsville, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Paintsville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Paintsville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Paintsville, KY

Average humidity in December - Paintsville, 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 (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Paintsville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Paintsville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Paintsville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Paintsville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Paintsville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Paintsville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Paintsville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Paintsville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Paintsville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Paintsville, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Paintsville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Paintsville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Paintsville, KY

Average UV index in December - Paintsville, 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
Paintsville, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Paintsville, KY

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

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

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