December weather forecast
Forkton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Forkton, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Forkton, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Forkton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.5 days and collects up to 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Forkton, it is snowing for 4.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 23.4 snowfall days, and 8.82" (224mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index 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:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Forkton, is 47.3°F (8.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Forkton?

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Forkton, during December, snow falls for 4.9 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 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Forkton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Forkton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Forkton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Forkton, KY

Average temperature in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Forkton, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Forkton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Forkton, KY

Average humidity in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Forkton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Forkton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forkton, KY

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Forkton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Forkton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Forkton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Forkton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Forkton, KY

Average UV index in December - Forkton, 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
Forkton, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Forkton, KY

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

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

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