December weather forecast
Baskett, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Baskett, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). The average temperature during December nights in Baskett is registered at an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Baskett, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation. In Baskett, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 7.87" (200mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Baskett, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.8 snowfall days, and 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:47 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.9°F (6.6°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Baskett, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Baskett, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.04" (1mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Baskett have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Baskett have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Baskett?

In Baskett, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Baskett, KY

Average temperature in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Baskett, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Baskett, KY

Average wind speed in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Baskett, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Baskett, KY

Average rainfall in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Baskett, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Baskett, KY

Average snowfall in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and November (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Baskett, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Baskett, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baskett, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Baskett, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Baskett, KY

Average UV index in December - Baskett, 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
Baskett, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Baskett, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Baskett, KY

Average visibility in December - Baskett, 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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