December weather forecast
Big Spring, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Big Spring, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.6°F (7°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). Big Spring experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.8 rainfall days, and 36.5" (927mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Big Spring are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 4.7 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 22.2 snowfall days, and 7.6" (193mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:41 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine in Big Spring is December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Big Spring are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Big Spring in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Big Spring, is 44.6°F (7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Big Spring?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Big Spring?

The average relative humidity in December in Big Spring is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Big Spring?

In Big Spring, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Big Spring in December?

In Big Spring, Kentucky, in December, during 4.7 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Big Spring?

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

How many hours of daylight does Big Spring have in December?

In December, the average day length in Big Spring is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Big Spring?

On the first day of December in Big Spring, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Big Spring?

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Big Spring.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Spring have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Big Spring, Kentucky, is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Big Spring?

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 in Big Spring?

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

Average temperature in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Big Spring, KY

Average pressure in December - Big Spring, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Big Spring, KY

Average wind speed in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Big Spring, KY

Average humidity in December - Big Spring, 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 August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Big Spring, KY

Average rainfall in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Big Spring, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.5 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January, February and November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Big Spring, KY

Average snowfall in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Big Spring, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.3 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
Big Spring, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Spring, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Big Spring, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Big Spring, KY

Average UV index in December - Big Spring, 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
Big Spring, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Big Spring, KY

Average visibility in December - Big Spring, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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