December weather forecast
Essie, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Essie, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Essie encounters a steady low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Essie, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. In Essie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.4 days and collects up to 40.28" (1023mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Essie, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34 snowfall days, and 15.71" (399mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Essie, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Essie. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Essie, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Essie, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Essie have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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 Essie?

In Essie, Kentucky, 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 snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Essie, KY

Average temperature in December - Essie, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Essie, KY

Average pressure in December - Essie, 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
Essie, KY

Average wind speed in December - Essie, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Essie, KY

Average humidity in December - Essie, 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, June, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Essie, KY

Average rainfall in December - Essie, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Essie, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Essie, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Essie, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Essie, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Essie, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Essie, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Essie, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Essie, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Essie, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Essie, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Essie, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Essie, KY

Average visibility in December - Essie, 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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