December weather forecast
Heidelberg, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Heidelberg, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.1°F (7.3°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a decrease in the average high-temperature, receding from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average minimum temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) marks the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Heidelberg.

Rainfall

In Heidelberg, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Heidelberg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Heidelberg, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 12.17" (309mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In Heidelberg, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Heidelberg, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Heidelberg, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index in Heidelberg 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 in Heidelberg is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Heidelberg, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average pressure in December - Heidelberg, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average wind speed in December - Heidelberg, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Heidelberg, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average rainfall in December - Heidelberg, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Heidelberg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average snowfall in December - Heidelberg, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Heidelberg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Heidelberg, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Heidelberg, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Heidelberg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Heidelberg, KY

Average UV index in December - Heidelberg, 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
Heidelberg, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Heidelberg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

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

Average visibility in December
Heidelberg, KY

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

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

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