December weather forecast
Bear Branch, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bear Branch, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in average high-temperatures is noted in December, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Bear Branch.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bear Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.6 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Bear Branch?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bear Branch, is 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bear Branch, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 5.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bear Branch, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bear Branch is 4.7h.

When is 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average temperature in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average pressure in December - Bear Branch, 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
Bear Branch, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average humidity in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 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
Bear Branch, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bear Branch, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average UV index in December - Bear Branch, 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
Bear Branch, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average visibility in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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