December weather forecast
Elkfork, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Elkfork, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.7°F (0.4°C) and max 44.6°F (7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Elkfork experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). During December, the temperature tends to dip to an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C) at night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Elkfork is 80%.

Rainfall

In Elkfork, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elkfork, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elkfork, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elkfork are January, February 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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Elkfork?

The high-temperature, in December, in Elkfork, records 44.6°F (7°C), while the low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Elkfork?

In Elkfork, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Elkfork in December?

In Elkfork, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elkfork in December?

In December, in Elkfork, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elkfork?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elkfork have in December?

The average day length in December in Elkfork is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Elkfork?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elkfork?

In Elkfork, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elkfork?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Elkfork?

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

Average temperature in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Elkfork, KY

Average pressure in December - Elkfork, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elkfork, KY

Average wind speed in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Elkfork, KY

Average humidity in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Elkfork, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elkfork, KY

Average snowfall in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elkfork, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elkfork, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Elkfork, KY

Average UV index in December - Elkfork, 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
Elkfork, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Elkfork, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Elkfork, KY

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

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

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