December weather forecast
Burke, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burke, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.6°F (7°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 44.6°F (7°C). In December, the nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Burke, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Burke, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Burke, Kentucky, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Burke, Kentucky, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Burke, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Burke are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Burke in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Burke, is 44.6°F (7°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Burke?

In December, the average relative humidity in Burke, Kentucky, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Burke in December?

In Burke, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Burke?

In Burke, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burke?

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

How many hours of daylight does Burke have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Burke?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burke, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Burke have in December?

In Burke, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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 Burke?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Burke is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Burke, KY

Average temperature in December - Burke, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Burke, KY

Average pressure in December - Burke, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burke, KY

Average wind speed in December - Burke, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Burke, KY

Average humidity in December - Burke, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Burke, KY

Average rainfall in December - Burke, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Burke, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Burke, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burke, KY

Average snowfall in December - Burke, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burke, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Burke, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burke, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burke, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Burke, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Burke, KY

Average UV index in December - Burke, 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
Burke, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Burke, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Burke, KY

Average visibility in December - Burke, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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