December weather forecast
Buechel, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Buechel, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

Onset of December witnesses a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). December's nights observe an average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 120.5 rainfall days, and 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Buechel, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.8 snowfall days, and 1.54" (39mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, Buechel experiences an average high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Buechel, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Buechel?

In Buechel, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

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 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Buechel, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Buechel have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 Buechel, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Buechel, KY

Average temperature in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Buechel, KY

Average pressure in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buechel, KY

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

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

Average humidity in December
Buechel, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Buechel, KY

Average rainfall in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Buechel, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buechel, KY

Average snowfall in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buechel, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Buechel, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buechel, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Buechel, KY

Average UV index in December - Buechel, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Buechel, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Buechel, KY

Average visibility in December - Buechel, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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