December weather forecast
Helechawa, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Helechawa, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Helechawa records an average nighttime low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Helechawa, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Helechawa, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Helechawa, Kentucky, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Helechawa, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 17.32" (440mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Helechawa during December are 45°F (7.2°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Helechawa, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Helechawa, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Helechawa, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Helechawa, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Helechawa, KY

Average temperature in December - Helechawa, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°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
Helechawa, KY

Average pressure in December - Helechawa, 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
Helechawa, KY

Average wind speed in December - Helechawa, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Helechawa, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Helechawa, KY

Average rainfall in December - Helechawa, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Helechawa, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Helechawa, KY

Average snowfall in December - Helechawa, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Helechawa, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Helechawa, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Helechawa, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Helechawa, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Helechawa, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Helechawa, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Helechawa, KY

Average UV index in December - Helechawa, 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
Helechawa, KY

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

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 31).

Average visibility in December
Helechawa, KY

Average visibility in December - Helechawa, 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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