December weather forecast
Hazel, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hazel, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). Hazel experiences an average nighttime temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Hazel, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. In Hazel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Hazel. In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated. In Hazel, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.1 days and aggregates up to 5.35" (136mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Hazel, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hazel in December?

During December, Hazel experiences an average high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hazel, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.31" (84mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Hazel, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Hazel, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hazel?

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 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Hazel have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value 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
Hazel, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Hazel, KY

Average pressure in December - Hazel, 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
Hazel, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hazel, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Hazel, KY

Average humidity in December - Hazel, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Hazel, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hazel, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Hazel, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hazel, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hazel, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hazel, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hazel, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hazel, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Hazel, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hazel, 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: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Hazel, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hazel, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Hazel, KY

Average UV index in December - Hazel, 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
Hazel, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hazel, 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
Hazel, KY

Average visibility in December - Hazel, 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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