December weather forecast
Belcher, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Belcher generally drops to a low average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In Belcher, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Belcher, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Belcher, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Belcher. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Belcher, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Belcher?

With an average of 9h and 36min 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 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Belcher have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Belcher, KY

Average temperature in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°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 (41.2°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°F).

Average pressure in December
Belcher, KY

Average pressure in December - Belcher, 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
Belcher, KY

Average wind speed in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Belcher, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Belcher, KY

Average rainfall in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Belcher, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Belcher, KY

Average snowfall in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Belcher, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Belcher, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Belcher, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Belcher, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Belcher, KY

Average UV index in December - Belcher, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Belcher, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Belcher, KY

Average visibility in December - Belcher, 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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