December weather forecast
Fernleaf, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fernleaf, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fernleaf, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fernleaf, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.5 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.9 snowfall days, and 8.62" (219mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Fernleaf.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Fernleaf, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Fernleaf, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.6°F (5.9°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fernleaf?

In Fernleaf, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.9 days. Throughout December, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fernleaf, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Fernleaf, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fernleaf, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average temperature in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average pressure in December - Fernleaf, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average wind speed in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average humidity in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average rainfall in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average snowfall in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fernleaf, 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: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Fernleaf, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average UV index in December - Fernleaf, 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
Fernleaf, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Fernleaf, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Fernleaf, KY

Average visibility in December - Fernleaf, 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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