December weather forecast
Buskirk, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Buskirk, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Buskirk, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.6 days and collects up to 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Buskirk, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

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. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Buskirk in December?

Buskirk in December has an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Buskirk, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Buskirk, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Buskirk, KY

Average temperature in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°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 (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Buskirk, KY

Average pressure in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Buskirk, KY

Average wind speed in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Buskirk, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Buskirk, KY

Average rainfall in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Buskirk, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buskirk, KY

Average snowfall in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buskirk, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buskirk, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buskirk, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Buskirk, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Buskirk, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Buskirk, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Buskirk, KY

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

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

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