December weather forecast
Doughton, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

As December arrives, Doughton's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). December witnesses 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 December, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Doughton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Doughton, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Doughton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In Doughton, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Doughton, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Doughton?

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Doughton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Doughton, KY

Average temperature in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average pressure in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average humidity in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average UV index in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average visibility in December - Doughton, 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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