December weather forecast
Black Hawk, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Black Hawk, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.9°F (8.3°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

In Black Hawk, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's moderate 55.4°F (13°C) to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). Black Hawk witnesses an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In Black Hawk, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Black Hawk, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Black Hawk, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Black Hawk are January through April, October through December. In December, in Black Hawk, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Black Hawk, there are 15.6 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Black Hawk. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Black Hawk?

December temperatures in Black Hawk vary between a high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Black Hawk?

The average relative humidity in December in Black Hawk is 78%.

How much does it rain in Black Hawk in December?

In December, in Black Hawk, Kentucky, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Black Hawk?

In Black Hawk, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Black Hawk?

The month with the shortest days in Black Hawk, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Black Hawk?

The average day length in December in Black Hawk, Kentucky, is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Black Hawk?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, in Black Hawk, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Black Hawk have in December?

In Black Hawk, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Black Hawk?

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Black Hawk.

What is the UV index reading in December in Black Hawk?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Black Hawk is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average temperature in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Black Hawk, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average wind speed in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average humidity in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average rainfall in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average snowfall in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Black Hawk, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Black Hawk, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average UV index in December - Black Hawk, 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
Black Hawk, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Black Hawk, KY

Average visibility in December - Black Hawk, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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