December weather forecast
Crittenden, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a wintry month in Crittenden, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Crittenden throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Crittenden, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 169.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Crittenden, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 37 snowfall days, and 12.87" (327mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Crittenden?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Crittenden, Kentucky, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Crittenden, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Crittenden, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Crittenden have in December?

In Crittenden, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Crittenden, KY

Average temperature in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Crittenden, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Crittenden, KY

Average wind speed in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Crittenden, KY

Average humidity in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

Average rainfall in December
Crittenden, KY

Average rainfall in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Crittenden, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Crittenden, KY

Average snowfall in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Crittenden, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Crittenden, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Crittenden, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Crittenden, KY

Average UV index in December - Crittenden, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Crittenden, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Crittenden, 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
Crittenden, KY

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

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

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