December weather forecast
Draffin, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Draffin, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Draffin's average high-temperature slightly adjusts, moderately receding from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). In Draffin, an average nighttime temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Draffin, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Draffin, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Draffin, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Draffin, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Draffin, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Draffin in December has an average high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Draffin?

In Draffin, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Draffin have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Draffin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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

Average temperature in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Draffin, KY

Average pressure in December - Draffin, 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
Draffin, KY

Average wind speed in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Draffin, KY

Average humidity in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Draffin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Draffin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Draffin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Draffin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Draffin, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Draffin, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Draffin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Draffin, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Draffin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Draffin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Draffin, KY

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

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

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