December weather forecast
Irad, KY

Share

Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Irad, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Irad experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). During December, Irad experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Irad, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Irad, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Irad, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Irad is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Irad are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Irad, in December, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°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 computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Irad, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 3.19" (81mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Irad, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Irad, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Irad, KY

Average temperature in December - Irad, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Irad, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Irad, KY

Average wind speed in December - Irad, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Irad, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Irad, KY

Average rainfall in December - Irad, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Irad, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Irad, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Irad, KY

Average snowfall in December - Irad, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Irad, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Irad, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Irad, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Irad, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Irad, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Irad, KY

Average UV index in December - Irad, 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
Irad, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Irad, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Irad, KY

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

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

Irad, Kentucky, USA

Weather forecast for your location

1. Click Locate me button
2. Allow the app to use your location