December weather forecast
Hardin, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hardin, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Hardin's average high-temperature eases from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). An average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Hardin, in December, it is raining for 10.2 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 139.8 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.7 snowfall days, and 2.68" (68mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hardin.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hardin, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Hardin, is 46.8°F (8.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.2 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hardin, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Hardin, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Hardin, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Hardin?

January, February 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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hardin, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hardin, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hardin, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hardin, KY

Average humidity in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Hardin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.36").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Hardin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hardin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hardin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hardin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hardin, KY

Average UV index in December - Hardin, 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
Hardin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hardin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Hardin, KY

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

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

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