December weather forecast
Goose Creek, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Goose Creek, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.8°F (-0.1°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, softly falling from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Goose Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.9 days and collects up to 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Goose Creek, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Goose Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) 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 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Goose Creek, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Goose Creek, 44.1°F (6.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Goose Creek is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Goose Creek is 4.4h.

What is the month with 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 Goose Creek, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Goose Creek, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Goose Creek, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average wind speed in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average humidity in December - Goose 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 August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average rainfall in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average snowfall in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Goose Creek, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Goose Creek, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average UV index in December - Goose Creek, 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
Goose Creek, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Goose Creek, KY

Average visibility in December - Goose Creek, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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