December weather forecast
Hunter, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Hunter, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Hunter, an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Hunter, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.7 snowfall days, and 14.09" (358mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Hunter, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature during December is 45.5°F (7.5°C) and the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Hunter, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Hunter, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Hunter, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Hunter have in December?

In Hunter, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Hunter?

In Hunter, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Hunter, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Hunter, KY

Average temperature in December - Hunter, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Hunter, KY

Average pressure in December - Hunter, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Hunter, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Hunter, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Hunter, KY

Average rainfall in December - Hunter, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Hunter, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Hunter, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Hunter, KY

Average snowfall in December - Hunter, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Hunter, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Hunter, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Hunter, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Hunter, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Hunter, KY

Average UV index in December - Hunter, 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
Hunter, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Hunter, KY

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

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

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