December weather forecast
Flatwoods, KY

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Weather in December

December experiences the onset of winter with the average maximum temperature dropping to 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a notable increase in snowfall. The shortest days and coolest temperatures are a staple of the winter season in Flatwoods. The city often wraps up the year with a beautiful mix of chilly temperatures, snowy conditions, and festive cheer, a perfect setting for a winter wonderland.

Temperature

During the transition into December, Flatwoods observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Flatwoods records a mean low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Flatwoods, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Flatwoods, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Flatwoods. In Flatwoods, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Flatwoods, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.7 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

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 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, in Flatwoods, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Flatwoods is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°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 much does it rain in December?

In Flatwoods, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Flatwoods, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Flatwoods, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average temperature in December - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°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 (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Flatwoods, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average wind speed in December - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average humidity in December - Flatwoods, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average rainfall in December - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average snowfall in December - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Flatwoods, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Flatwoods, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Flatwoods, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Flatwoods, KY

Average UV index in December - Flatwoods, 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
Flatwoods, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Flatwoods, KY

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

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

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