December weather forecast
Dekoven, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dekoven, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout December, Dekoven anticipates an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Dekoven, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dekoven, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.4 days and collects up to 20" (508mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. In Dekoven, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.2 days and aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Dekoven, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dekoven, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dekoven, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Dekoven, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dekoven, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Dekoven, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Dekoven, KY

Average temperature in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Dekoven, KY

Average pressure in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dekoven, KY

Average wind speed in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Dekoven, KY

Average humidity in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Dekoven, KY

Average rainfall in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Dekoven, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dekoven, KY

Average snowfall in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dekoven, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Dekoven, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dekoven, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dekoven, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Dekoven, KY

Average UV index in December - Dekoven, 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
Dekoven, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Dekoven, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Dekoven, KY

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

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

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