December weather forecast
Betsy Layne, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout the nights in December, Betsy Layne experiences an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Betsy Layne, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Betsy Layne, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Betsy Layne, is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, 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 many days does it rain in December in Betsy Layne?

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

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Betsy Layne have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Betsy Layne is 4.5h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December in Betsy Layne?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Betsy Layne, KY

Average temperature in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average pressure in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average wind speed in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average humidity in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average rainfall in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average snowfall in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average UV index in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Betsy Layne, 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
Betsy Layne, KY

Average visibility in December - Betsy Layne, 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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