December weather forecast
Hestand, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Hestand, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a moderate 55.8°F (13.2°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Hestand, Kentucky, falls to an average of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hestand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.5 days and collects up to 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Hestand are January through April, October through December. In Hestand, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Hestand, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.4 days and aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Hestand is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Hestand, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Hestand in December?

In Hestand, in December, the average high-temperature is 47.3°F (8.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Hestand?

The most humid month in Hestand is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hestand?

The average relative humidity in December in Hestand, Kentucky, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hestand?

In Hestand, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.58" (91mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Hestand in December?

In Hestand, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hestand?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hestand.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Hestand?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, in Hestand, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hestand?

In Hestand, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Hestand?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Hestand?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Hestand is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Hestand, KY

Average temperature in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Hestand, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hestand, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Hestand, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Hestand, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Hestand, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hestand, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hestand, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Hestand, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hestand, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Hestand, KY

Average UV index in December - Hestand, 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
Hestand, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hestand, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Hestand, KY

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

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

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