December weather forecast
Cliff, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Cliff, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 33.1°F (0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Cliff, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.8 days and collects up to 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Cliff, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Cliff, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

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 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, in Cliff, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cliff, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Cliff, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Cliff have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Cliff have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
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Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Cliff, KY

Average temperature in December - Cliff, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Cliff, KY

Average pressure in December - Cliff, 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
Cliff, KY

Average wind speed in December - Cliff, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Cliff, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Cliff, KY

Average rainfall in December - Cliff, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Cliff, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Cliff, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cliff, KY

Average snowfall in December - Cliff, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cliff, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Cliff, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cliff, 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 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cliff, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Cliff, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cliff, KY

Average UV index in December - Cliff, 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
Cliff, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Cliff, KY

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

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

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