December weather forecast
Arlington, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Arlington, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a cold 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Arlington, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Arlington, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.4 days and collects up to 38.78" (985mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In Arlington, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Arlington in December has an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Arlington, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Arlington, in December, during 11.2 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Arlington, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Arlington have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Arlington have in December?

In Arlington, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Arlington, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Arlington, KY

Average wind speed in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Arlington, KY

Average humidity in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Arlington, KY

Average rainfall in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Arlington, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Arlington, KY

Average snowfall in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Arlington, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Arlington, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Arlington, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Arlington, KY

Average UV index in December - Arlington, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Arlington, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Arlington, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Arlington, KY

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

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

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