December weather forecast
Clifford, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Clifford, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Clifford, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Clifford, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Clifford, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate 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 maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Clifford, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Clifford, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Clifford, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) 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 in Clifford.

How many hours of daylight does Clifford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clifford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clifford, KY

Average temperature in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Clifford, KY

Average pressure in December - Clifford, 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
Clifford, KY

Average wind speed in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Clifford, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Clifford, KY

Average rainfall in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Clifford, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clifford, KY

Average snowfall in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clifford, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clifford, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clifford, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Clifford, KY

Average UV index in December - Clifford, 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
Clifford, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Clifford, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

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
Clifford, KY

Average visibility in December - Clifford, 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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