Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Colfax's average low-temperature during December nights is observed to be a cold 32.2°F (0.1°C).Humidity
In Colfax, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Colfax, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Colfax, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Colfax, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) 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 7:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.UV index
January, February, November 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions
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How many days does it rain in December?
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What is the month with the shortest days?
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When are sunrise and sunset in December?
How many hours of sunshine does Colfax have in December?
What are the months with the lowest UV index?
What is the UV index intensity in December?
Average temperature in December
Colfax, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Colfax, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Colfax, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Colfax, 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 (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Colfax, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.15"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.05").
Average rainfall days in December
Colfax, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Colfax, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.17"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Colfax, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Colfax, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Colfax, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Colfax, 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
Colfax, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Colfax, 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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