December weather forecast
Alhambra, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Alhambra, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Alhambra reports a consistent average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Alhambra, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 35.91" (912mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Alhambra, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Alhambra, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Alhambra, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Alhambra have in December?

In Alhambra, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Alhambra have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Alhambra, KY

Average temperature in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Alhambra, KY

Average pressure in December - Alhambra, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Alhambra, KY

Average wind speed in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Alhambra, KY

Average humidity in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Alhambra, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Alhambra, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Alhambra, KY

Average snowfall in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Alhambra, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Alhambra, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Alhambra, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Alhambra, KY

Average UV index in December - Alhambra, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Alhambra, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Alhambra, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Alhambra, KY

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

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

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