December weather forecast
Gays Creek, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gays Creek, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). In Gays Creek, an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Gays Creek, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.8 rainfall days, and 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gays Creek, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Gays Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

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 7:29 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gays Creek, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Gays Creek, Kentucky, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Gays Creek, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Gays Creek, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gays Creek have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Gays Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average temperature in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Gays Creek, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average wind speed in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average humidity in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average snowfall in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Gays Creek, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gays Creek, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average UV index in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Gays Creek, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Gays Creek, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Gays Creek, KY

Average visibility in December - Gays Creek, 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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