December weather forecast
Epworth, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Epworth, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature dips to a freezing cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Epworth, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Epworth, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.3 days and collects up to 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Epworth, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Epworth, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Epworth in December has an average high-temperature of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Epworth, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Epworth, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Epworth, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Epworth have in December?

The average day length in December in Epworth is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Epworth?

In Epworth, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Epworth, KY

Average temperature in December - Epworth, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Epworth, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Epworth, KY

Average wind speed in December - Epworth, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Epworth, KY

Average humidity in December - Epworth, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Epworth, KY

Average rainfall in December - Epworth, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Epworth, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Epworth, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Epworth, KY

Average snowfall in December - Epworth, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Epworth, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Epworth, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Epworth, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Epworth, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Epworth, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Epworth, KY

Average UV index in December - Epworth, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Epworth, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Epworth, 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
Epworth, KY

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

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

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