December weather forecast
Hartley, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hartley, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Hartley, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Hartley, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hartley, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow. In Hartley, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hartley, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hartley is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Hartley, Kentucky. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Hartley?

In Hartley, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hartley?

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

How much does it rain in Hartley in December?

In December, in Hartley, Kentucky, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Hartley?

In Hartley, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hartley?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Hartley, Kentucky, is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hartley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hartley, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hartley?

In Hartley, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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 Hartley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hartley, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hartley, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hartley, KY

Average pressure in December - Hartley, 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
Hartley, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hartley, 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
Hartley, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hartley, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hartley, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Hartley, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hartley, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hartley, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hartley, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hartley, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hartley, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hartley, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hartley, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hartley, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hartley, KY

Average UV index in December - Hartley, 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
Hartley, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Hartley, KY

Average visibility in December - Hartley, 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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