December weather forecast
Copland, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Copland, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Copland, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Copland, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Copland, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 17.32" (440mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Copland.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Copland, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Copland experiences an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Copland, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Copland, in December, snow falls for 8.3 days, with typically accumulated 3.35" (85mm) 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 Copland?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Copland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Copland?

In Copland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average sunshine
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Copland, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Copland, KY

Average pressure in December - Copland, 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
Copland, KY

Average wind speed in December - Copland, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Copland, KY

Average humidity in December - Copland, 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
Copland, KY

Average rainfall in December - Copland, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Copland, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Copland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Copland, KY

Average snowfall in December - Copland, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Copland, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Copland, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Copland, KY

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

Average sunshine days in December
Copland, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Copland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Copland, KY

Average UV index in December - Copland, 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
Copland, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Copland, KY

Average visibility in December - Copland, 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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