December weather forecast
Baptist, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Baptist, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Baptist's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). An average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Baptist, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Baptist, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Baptist, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 17.32" (440mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Baptist is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Baptist, is 45°F (7.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Baptist, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Baptist, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Baptist?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Baptist have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Baptist, KY

Average temperature in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Baptist, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Baptist, KY

Average wind speed in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Baptist, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Baptist, KY

Average rainfall in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Baptist, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Baptist, KY

Average snowfall in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Baptist, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Baptist, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Baptist, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Baptist, KY

Average UV index in December - Baptist, 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
Baptist, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Baptist, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Baptist, KY

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

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

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