December weather forecast
Bancroft, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bancroft, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°F (0°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Bancroft's average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). In Bancroft, the average nighttime temperature during December is a wintry 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Bancroft, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Bancroft, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Bancroft is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bancroft, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Bancroft is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bancroft?

During December, Bancroft experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Bancroft?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bancroft?

In Bancroft, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bancroft?

In December, in Bancroft, Kentucky, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bancroft?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bancroft have in December?

In Bancroft, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Bancroft?

On the first day of December in Bancroft, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Bancroft?

December has the least sunshine of the year in Bancroft, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bancroft?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bancroft, Kentucky, is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bancroft?

In Bancroft, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bancroft, KY

Average temperature in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bancroft, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bancroft, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Bancroft, KY

Average humidity in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Bancroft, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Bancroft, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bancroft, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bancroft, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Bancroft, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bancroft, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Bancroft, KY

Average UV index in December - Bancroft, 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
Bancroft, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bancroft, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Bancroft, KY

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

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

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