December weather forecast
Gates, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gates, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Gates's average high-temperature adjusts, receding from November's fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). December in Gates sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gates, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gates, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gates, Kentucky, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gates is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Gates, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gates, the average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Gates in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Gates, Kentucky, are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Gates?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Gates?

The average relative humidity in December in Gates is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gates?

In Gates, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gates in December?

In December, in Gates, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gates?

The month with the shortest days in Gates is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Gates have in December?

In Gates, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Gates?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gates?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Gates, Kentucky, is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gates?

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 reading in December in Gates?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Gates, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gates, KY

Average temperature in December - Gates, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Gates, KY

Average pressure in December - Gates, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gates, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Gates, KY

Average humidity in December - Gates, 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
Gates, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gates, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Gates, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Gates, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gates, KY

Average snowfall in December - Gates, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gates, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Gates, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gates, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Gates, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gates, KY

Average UV index in December - Gates, 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
Gates, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Gates, KY

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

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

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