December weather forecast
Helena, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Helena, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Helena witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) throughout December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Helena.

Rainfall

In Helena, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Helena, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Helena, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Helena is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Helena during December?

The high-temperature in Helena, Kentucky, during December is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Helena?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Helena?

In Helena, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Helena in December?

In Helena, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Helena in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Helena?

December has the shortest days of the year in Helena, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Helena have in December?

In December, the average day length in Helena, Kentucky, is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Helena?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Helena, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Helena have in December?

In Helena, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Helena?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Helena is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Helena, KY

Average temperature in December - Helena, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Helena, KY

Average pressure in December - Helena, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Helena, KY

Average wind speed in December - Helena, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Helena, KY

Average humidity in December - Helena, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Helena, KY

Average rainfall in December - Helena, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Helena, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Helena, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Helena, KY

Average snowfall in December - Helena, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Helena, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Helena, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Helena, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Helena, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Helena, KY

Average UV index in December - Helena, 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
Helena, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Helena, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Helena, KY

Average visibility in December - Helena, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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