December weather forecast
Hillsboro, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hillsboro, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a chilly 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Hillsboro, December's nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 10.8 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 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 Hillsboro is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Hillsboro, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hillsboro, 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Hillsboro in December?

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

What is the most humid month in Hillsboro?

The months with the highest humidity in Hillsboro, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Hillsboro?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, 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 Hillsboro in December?

In Hillsboro, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Hillsboro?

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

How many hours of daylight does Hillsboro have in December?

In Hillsboro, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Hillsboro?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hillsboro?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Hillsboro?

In Hillsboro, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average temperature in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average pressure in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average wind speed in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average humidity in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hillsboro, 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 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average UV index in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Hillsboro, 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
Hillsboro, KY

Average visibility in December - Hillsboro, 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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