December weather forecast
Hardy, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hardy, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Hardy's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hardy, in December, it is raining for 11 days, with typically 2.91" (74mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Hardy, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hardy are January through May, October through December. In Hardy, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Hardy, there are 32.9 snowfall days, and 16.81" (427mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Hardy is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hardy is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
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. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Hardy?

In December, in Hardy, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hardy?

The average relative humidity in December in Hardy is 80%.

How much does it rain in Hardy in December?

In December, in Hardy, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Hardy in December?

In Hardy, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hardy?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hardy, Kentucky.

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

In December, the average day length in Hardy is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hardy?

On the first day of December in Hardy, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hardy have in December?

In Hardy, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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

The months with the lowest UV index in Hardy, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Hardy?

In Hardy, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hardy, KY

Average temperature in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hardy, KY

Average pressure in December - Hardy, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hardy, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hardy, KY

Average humidity in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hardy, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Hardy, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hardy, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hardy, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hardy, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hardy, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hardy, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Hardy, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hardy, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

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
Hardy, KY

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

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

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