Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
Elkhorn City's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Elkhorn City, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. In Elkhorn City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.1 days and collects up to 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Elkhorn City, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.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, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Elkhorn City, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
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How much does it rain in December?
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What is the month with the shortest days?
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When are sunrise and sunset in December?
How many hours of sunshine does Elkhorn City have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index?
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Average temperature in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Elkhorn City, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.8"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 4.61"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elkhorn City, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Elkhorn City, 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
Elkhorn City, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Elkhorn City, 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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