December weather forecast
Fort Wright, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Fort Wright, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 30.6°F (-0.8°C) and max 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a decrease, transitioning from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Fort Wright experiences a steady low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fort Wright, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Fort Wright, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Fort Wright, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 20.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Fort Wright, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

Fort Wright in December has an average high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fort Wright, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fort Wright have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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 in Fort Wright?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fort Wright is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average temperature in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average pressure in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average wind speed in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average humidity in December - Fort Wright, 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 August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average rainfall in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average snowfall in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Fort Wright, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average UV index in December - Fort Wright, 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
Fort Wright, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Fort Wright, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Fort Wright, KY

Average visibility in December - Fort Wright, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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