December weather forecast
Burlington, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burlington, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Throughout December, Burlington anticipates an average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Burlington.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Burlington, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Burlington, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Burlington are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Burlington?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Burlington during December are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Burlington?

The most humid month in Burlington, Kentucky, is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Burlington?

In Burlington, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Burlington?

In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Burlington in December?

In December, in Burlington, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burlington?

December has the shortest days of the year in Burlington, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In Burlington, the average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Burlington?

On the first day of December in Burlington, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Burlington?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Burlington?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Burlington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Burlington is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Burlington, KY

Average temperature in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Burlington, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Burlington, KY

Average wind speed in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Burlington, KY

Average humidity in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Burlington, KY

Average rainfall in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Burlington, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burlington, KY

Average snowfall in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burlington, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Burlington, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burlington, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Burlington, KY

Average UV index in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Burlington, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Burlington, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Burlington, KY

Average visibility in December - Burlington, 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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