December weather forecast
Glenwood, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Glenwood, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Glenwood reports a consistent average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) throughout December nights.

Humidity

In Glenwood, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is accumulated. In Glenwood, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.9 days and aggregates up to 11.73" (298mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

Glenwood in December has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in December?

In Glenwood, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) 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 Glenwood have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Glenwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Glenwood, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Glenwood, KY

Average temperature in December - Glenwood, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°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
Glenwood, KY

Average pressure in December - Glenwood, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Glenwood, KY

Average wind speed in December - Glenwood, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Glenwood, KY

Average humidity in December - Glenwood, 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
Glenwood, KY

Average rainfall in December - Glenwood, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Glenwood, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Glenwood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Glenwood, KY

Average snowfall in December - Glenwood, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Glenwood, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Glenwood, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Glenwood, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Glenwood, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Glenwood, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Glenwood, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Glenwood, KY

Average UV index in December - Glenwood, 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
Glenwood, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Glenwood, 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
Glenwood, KY

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

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

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