December weather forecast
Hamilton, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hamilton, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.3°F (5.7°C) and min 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

Hamilton, Kentucky, in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a wintry 42.3°F (5.7°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is observed in Hamilton, Kentucky.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Hamilton are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Hamilton, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 167 rainfall days, and 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hamilton are January through April, November and December. In Hamilton, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hamilton, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 9.65" (245mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hamilton, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hamilton is 4.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Hamilton?

In December, in Hamilton, the average high-temperature is 42.3°F (5.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Hamilton?

The months with the highest humidity in Hamilton, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hamilton?

The average relative humidity in December in Hamilton is 81%.

How much does it rain in Hamilton in December?

In Hamilton, Kentucky, in December, during 12.9 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hamilton?

In Hamilton, during December, snow falls for 7.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hamilton?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hamilton.

What is the average length of the day in December in Hamilton?

The average day length in December is 9h and 30min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hamilton?

On the first day of December in Hamilton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hamilton?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hamilton?

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 Hamilton?

In Hamilton, 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 temperature in December
Hamilton, KY

Average temperature in December - Hamilton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Hamilton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hamilton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hamilton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hamilton, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hamilton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hamilton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Hamilton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hamilton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hamilton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hamilton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hamilton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hamilton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Hamilton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hamilton, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hamilton, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Hamilton, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Hamilton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hamilton, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Hamilton, KY

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

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

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