December weather forecast
Cynthiana, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Cynthiana, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is noted during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cynthiana, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 151.9 rainfall days, and 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Cynthiana. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In Cynthiana, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Cynthiana, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Cynthiana, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Cynthiana, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Cynthiana, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cynthiana?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average temperature in December - Cynthiana, 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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average pressure in December - Cynthiana, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average wind speed in December - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average humidity in December - Cynthiana, 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
Cynthiana, KY

Average rainfall in December - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average snowfall in December - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cynthiana, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Cynthiana, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cynthiana, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Cynthiana, KY

Average UV index in December - Cynthiana, 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
Cynthiana, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Cynthiana, 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
Cynthiana, KY

Average visibility in December - Cynthiana, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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