December weather forecast
Brainard, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Brainard, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Brainard reports a steady low-temperature average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

In Brainard, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Brainard, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Brainard, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Brainard, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Employ a hat with a wide brim for robust protection, cutting UV exposure by half. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Brainard, records 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°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 Brainard, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Brainard, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Brainard?

In Brainard, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is 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 reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Brainard, KY

Average temperature in December - Brainard, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Brainard, KY

Average pressure in December - Brainard, 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
Brainard, KY

Average wind speed in December - Brainard, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Brainard, KY

Average humidity in December - Brainard, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Brainard, KY

Average rainfall in December - Brainard, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Brainard, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Brainard, KY

Average snowfall in December - Brainard, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Brainard, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Brainard, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Brainard, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Brainard, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Brainard, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Brainard, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Brainard, KY

Average UV index in December - Brainard, 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
Brainard, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Brainard, KY

Average visibility in December - Brainard, 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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