December weather forecast
Bethelridge, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Bethelridge, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.4°F (8°C) and min 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

The advent of December brings a slight shift in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bethelridge, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bethelridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Bethelridge, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Bethelridge?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 46.4°F (8°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Bethelridge is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bethelridge, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bethelridge, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Bethelridge have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethelridge have in December?

In Bethelridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average temperature in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethelridge, KY

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

Average wind speed in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average humidity in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bethelridge, KY

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average UV index in December - Bethelridge, 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
Bethelridge, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bethelridge, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Bethelridge, KY

Average visibility in December - Bethelridge, 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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