December weather forecast
Hemphill, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hemphill, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.4°F (0.2°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Hemphill's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's cool 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Hemphill, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hemphill, there are 201.6 rainfall days, and 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hemphill, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. In Hemphill, during the entire year, snow falls for 46.1 days and aggregates up to 24.8" (630mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hemphill.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hemphill in December?

The high-temperature in Hemphill, Kentucky, during December is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Hemphill?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hemphill?

In Hemphill, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hemphill in December?

In Hemphill, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hemphill?

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

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

In Hemphill, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hemphill?

On the first day of December in Hemphill, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hemphill?

In Hemphill, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hemphill?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hemphill, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hemphill, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°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 (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Hemphill, KY

Average pressure in December - Hemphill, 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
Hemphill, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hemphill, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Hemphill, KY

Average humidity in December - Hemphill, 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
Hemphill, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hemphill, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Hemphill, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hemphill, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hemphill, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hemphill, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hemphill, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hemphill, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hemphill, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hemphill, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Hemphill, KY

Average UV index in December - Hemphill, 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
Hemphill, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Hemphill, KY

Average visibility in December - Hemphill, 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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