December weather forecast
Gertrude, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gertrude, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Gertrude's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Gertrude experiences an average low-temperature reading of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gertrude, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Gertrude, there are 152.6 rainfall days, and 25.67" (652mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gertrude, Kentucky, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gertrude, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 9.84" (250mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gertrude, records 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Gertrude in December?

In Gertrude, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gertrude in December?

In Gertrude, during December, snow falls for 6.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gertrude have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gertrude have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 Gertrude, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gertrude, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gertrude, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gertrude, KY

Average wind speed in December - Gertrude, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Gertrude, KY

Average humidity in December - Gertrude, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Gertrude, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gertrude, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.95").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

Average rainfall days in December
Gertrude, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The months with the least rainy days are January and November (9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gertrude, KY

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

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

Average snowfall days in December
Gertrude, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.7 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
Gertrude, KY

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gertrude, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gertrude, KY

Average UV index in December - Gertrude, 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
Gertrude, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Gertrude, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Gertrude, KY

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

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

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