December weather forecast
Ford, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ford, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C) and an average high of 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

As Ford enters December, the average high-temperature subtly lowers from the a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) of November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout December, Ford experiences a low-temperature average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ford, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 155.4 rainfall days, and 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Ford, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.3 snowfall days, and 9.33" (237mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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 Ford?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ford, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Ford, during December, snow falls for 6.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ford have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ford, KY

Average temperature in December - Ford, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Ford, KY

Average pressure in December - Ford, 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
Ford, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Ford, KY

Average humidity in December - Ford, 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
Ford, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ford, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Ford, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ford, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ford, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ford, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ford, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Ford, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ford, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ford, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Ford, KY

Average UV index in December - Ford, 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
Ford, KY

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

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 29).

Average visibility in December
Ford, KY

Average visibility in December - Ford, 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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