December weather forecast
Hellier, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Hellier, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Hellier encounters an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Hellier, Kentucky, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hellier, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hellier, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) of snow. In Hellier, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 22.36" (568mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Hellier in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Hellier, is 45°F (7.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hellier?

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

How much does it rain in Hellier in December?

In Hellier, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Hellier?

In Hellier, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hellier?

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

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

The average day length in December in Hellier, Kentucky, is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hellier?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hellier?

The average sunshine duration in December in Hellier, Kentucky, is 4.6h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hellier?

In Hellier, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Hellier, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hellier, KY

Average pressure in December - Hellier, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hellier, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hellier, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hellier, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hellier, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Hellier, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hellier, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hellier, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hellier, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hellier, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Hellier, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hellier, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Hellier, KY

Average UV index in December - Hellier, 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
Hellier, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Hellier, KY

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

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

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