December weather forecast
Atwood, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Atwood, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is noted in Atwood.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Atwood, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Atwood, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Atwood.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Atwood, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Atwood?

The high-temperature during December is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Atwood?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Atwood?

The average relative humidity in December in Atwood is 81%.

How much does it rain in Atwood in December?

In Atwood, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.13" (54mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Atwood in December?

In Atwood, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Atwood?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Atwood is 9h and 30min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Atwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Atwood have in December?

In Atwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Atwood?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Atwood?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Atwood is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Atwood, KY

Average temperature in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°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 (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Atwood, KY

Average pressure in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Atwood, KY

Average wind speed in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

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 (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Atwood, KY

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

Average rainfall in December
Atwood, KY

Average rainfall in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Atwood, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Atwood, KY

Average snowfall in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Atwood, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Atwood, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Atwood, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Atwood, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Atwood, KY

Average UV index in December - Atwood, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Atwood, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Atwood, KY

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

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

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