December weather forecast
Beattyville, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Beattyville, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Beattyville's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 167.6 rainfall days, and 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Beattyville, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 12.17" (309mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Beattyville?

During December, Beattyville experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Beattyville, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Beattyville, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Beattyville?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Beattyville have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Beattyville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°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
Beattyville, KY

Average pressure in December - Beattyville, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Beattyville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Beattyville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Beattyville, KY

Average humidity in December - Beattyville, 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 June, August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Beattyville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Beattyville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Beattyville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Beattyville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Beattyville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Beattyville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Beattyville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Beattyville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Beattyville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Beattyville, 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 2min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Beattyville, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Beattyville, KY

Average UV index in December - Beattyville, 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
Beattyville, KY

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

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 32).

Average visibility in December
Beattyville, KY

Average visibility in December - Beattyville, 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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