December weather forecast
Albany, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Albany, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.3°F (8.5°C) and min 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). Albany's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a cold 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Albany, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.3 rainfall days, and 28.23" (717mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Albany are January through April, October through December. In Albany, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 22.7 snowfall days, and 8.03" (204mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Albany is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

Albany in December has an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Albany?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Albany, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.52" (64mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Albany, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Albany have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Albany?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Albany, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Albany, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Albany, KY

Average temperature in December - Albany, 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 (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Albany, KY

Average pressure in December - Albany, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Albany, KY

Average wind speed in December - Albany, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Albany, KY

Average humidity in December - Albany, 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 June, August, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Albany, KY

Average rainfall in December - Albany, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.52"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Albany, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Albany, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Albany, KY

Average snowfall in December - Albany, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Albany, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Albany, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Albany, 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 4min

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).

Average sunshine days in December
Albany, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Albany, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May, June and July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Albany, KY

Average UV index in December - Albany, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Albany, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Albany, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

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

Average visibility in December
Albany, KY

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

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

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