December weather forecast
Gimlet, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gimlet, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Transition from November to December is accompanied by a temperature drop, with average high-temperatures decreasing from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). During December nights, Gimlet witnesses a consistent average temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gimlet, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Gimlet?

In Gimlet, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gimlet have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

Average temperature in December - Gimlet, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Gimlet, KY

Average pressure in December - Gimlet, 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
Gimlet, KY

Average wind speed in December - Gimlet, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Gimlet, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Gimlet, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gimlet, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Gimlet, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Gimlet, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gimlet, KY

Average snowfall in December - Gimlet, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gimlet, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Gimlet, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gimlet, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gimlet, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Gimlet, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gimlet, KY

Average UV index in December - Gimlet, 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
Gimlet, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Gimlet, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Gimlet, KY

Average visibility in December - Gimlet, 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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