December weather forecast
Highview, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Highview, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.2°F (0.1°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

In Highview, the average high-temperature in December drops from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). During the month of December, Highview's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Highview, during December, the rain falls for 11 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation. In Highview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 154.5 days and collects up to 26.38" (670mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Highview, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Highview, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.4 days and aggregates up to 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, in Highview, the average high-temperature is 44.2°F (6.8°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Highview, in December, during 11 rainfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Highview, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Highview have in December?

In Highview, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Highview, KY

Average temperature in December - Highview, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Highview, KY

Average pressure in December - Highview, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Highview, KY

Average wind speed in December - Highview, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Highview, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Highview, KY

Average rainfall in December - Highview, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.01"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Highview, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Highview, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Highview, KY

Average snowfall in December - Highview, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Highview, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Highview, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.6 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
Highview, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Highview, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Highview, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Highview, KY

Average UV index in December - Highview, 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
Highview, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Highview, KY

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

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

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