December weather forecast
Buford, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Buford, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C) from a cool 55°F (12.8°C). December in Buford, Kentucky, generally records an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buford, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Buford, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Buford, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.9 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Buford, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Buford, 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 in Buford. 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:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Buford?

The high-temperature during December is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Buford?

The average relative humidity in December in Buford is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Buford?

In December, in Buford, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Buford?

In Buford, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buford?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Buford?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Buford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Buford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Buford is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Buford?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Buford?

In Buford, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Buford, KY

Average temperature in December - Buford, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Buford, KY

Average pressure in December - Buford, 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
Buford, KY

Average wind speed in December - Buford, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Buford, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Buford, KY

Average rainfall in December - Buford, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and April (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Buford, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Buford, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buford, KY

Average snowfall in December - Buford, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buford, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Buford, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
Buford, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buford, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buford, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Buford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Buford, KY

Average UV index in December - Buford, 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
Buford, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Buford, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Buford, KY

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

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

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