December weather forecast
Burning Fork, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Burning Fork, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Nighttime temperature in Burning Fork, Kentucky, lowers to an average of 33.1°F (0.6°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Burning Fork are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Burning Fork, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Burning Fork, there are 178.7 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Burning Fork, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. In Burning Fork, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Burning Fork, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.5 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Burning Fork.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Burning Fork is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Burning Fork. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Burning Fork in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Burning Fork, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Burning Fork?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Burning Fork.

What is the average humidity in December in Burning Fork?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Burning Fork?

In Burning Fork, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Burning Fork in December?

In December, in Burning Fork, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Burning Fork?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Burning Fork?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Burning Fork?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Burning Fork, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Burning Fork?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Burning Fork?

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 Burning Fork?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average temperature in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average pressure in December - Burning Fork, 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
Burning Fork, KY

Average wind speed in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average humidity in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average rainfall in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average snowfall in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Burning Fork, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average UV index in December - Burning Fork, 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
Burning Fork, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Burning Fork, KY

Average visibility in December - Burning Fork, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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