December weather forecast
Glasgow, KY

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Weather in December

December in Glasgow, Kentucky, signifies the onset of the cold winter season. It provides a stark contrast to the mildly cold November by diving into colder extremes with temperatures averaging between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C). December brings back the days of frosty solitude as snow becomes a sporadic guest. Despite the increase in precipitation to 1.57" (40mm) and a high relative humidity, the holiday spirit and the onset of snowfall make December a beautiful month to enjoy winter in Glasgow, Kentucky.

Temperature

Glasgow in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 55°F (12.8°C) to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Glasgow's temperature drops to an average low of 34.3°F (1.3°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Glasgow, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Glasgow, there are 149.2 rainfall days, and 23.27" (591mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Glasgow, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16 snowfall days, and 3.7" (94mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Glasgow, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Glasgow. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Glasgow, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glasgow, Kentucky, in December, during 9.6 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Glasgow, in December, during 2.9 snowfall days, 0.67" (17mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Glasgow?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Glasgow have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Glasgow have in December?

In Glasgow, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

In Glasgow, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Glasgow, KY

Average temperature in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28°F).

Average pressure in December
Glasgow, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Glasgow, KY

Average wind speed in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Glasgow, KY

Average humidity in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Glasgow, KY

Average rainfall in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.87").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Glasgow, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glasgow, KY

Average snowfall in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.67"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glasgow, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 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
Glasgow, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glasgow, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glasgow, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Glasgow, KY

Average UV index in December - Glasgow, 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
Glasgow, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Glasgow, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Glasgow, KY

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

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

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