December weather forecast
Bellefonte, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bellefonte, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at a cold 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Bellefonte, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bellefonte, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bellefonte, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.7 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bellefonte, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Bellefonte, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Bellefonte?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bellefonte, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Bellefonte are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Bellefonte, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bellefonte, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Bellefonte, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average temperature in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Bellefonte, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

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
Bellefonte, KY

Average humidity in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bellefonte, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Bellefonte, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average UV index in December - Bellefonte, 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
Bellefonte, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bellefonte, KY

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

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

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