December weather forecast
Hazard, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hazard, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.1°F (0.6°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December, the average low-temperature is a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Hazard are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Hazard, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hazard, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Hazard, Kentucky. In Hazard, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Hazard, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Hazard, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Hazard, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Hazard is 4.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Hazard?

In December, in Hazard, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Hazard?

The months with the highest humidity in Hazard are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hazard?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Hazard?

In Hazard, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hazard in December?

In Hazard, Kentucky, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hazard?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Hazard, Kentucky, is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Hazard?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hazard, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hazard have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Hazard?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Hazard, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Hazard, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Hazard, KY

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

Average wind speed in December
Hazard, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hazard, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Hazard, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Hazard, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hazard, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Hazard, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hazard, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hazard, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hazard, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hazard, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hazard, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Hazard, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hazard, 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, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hazard, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hazard, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Hazard, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, 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
Hazard, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hazard, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Hazard, KY

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

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

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