December weather forecast
Cambridge, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Cambridge, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December comes with a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout December, Cambridge records an average temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) at night.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Cambridge, during December, the rain falls for 9.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation. In Cambridge, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 120.5 days and collects up to 10.43" (265mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Cambridge, in December, snow falls for 4.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Cambridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.8 days and aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, in Cambridge, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Cambridge, is 44.2°F (6.8°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Cambridge, in December, it is raining for 9.9 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cambridge, during December, snow falls for 4.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Cambridge?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Cambridge, KY

Average temperature in December - Cambridge, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Cambridge, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cambridge, KY

Average wind speed in December - Cambridge, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cambridge, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Cambridge, KY

Average rainfall in December - Cambridge, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Cambridge, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Cambridge, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cambridge, KY

Average snowfall in December - Cambridge, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cambridge, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Cambridge, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6 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
Cambridge, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cambridge, 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 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cambridge, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Cambridge, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Cambridge, KY

Average UV index in December - Cambridge, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Cambridge, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Cambridge, KY

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

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

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