December weather forecast
Gordon, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Gordon, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). In Gordon, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 32.4°F (0.2°C) during December.

Humidity

In Gordon, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gordon, Kentucky, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gordon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.2 days and collects up to 44.92" (1141mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gordon, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 43 snowfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gordon, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Gordon in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gordon, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Gordon in December?

In Gordon, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gordon have in December?

The average day length in December in Gordon is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gordon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Gordon?

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gordon.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Gordon, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Gordon, KY

Average temperature in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Gordon, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gordon, KY

Average wind speed in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Gordon, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Gordon, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Gordon, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gordon, KY

Average snowfall in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gordon, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gordon, 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 June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gordon, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gordon, KY

Average UV index in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Gordon, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

Average visibility in December
Gordon, KY

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

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

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