December weather forecast
Island, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Island, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 33.8°F (1°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). The temperature dips to an average of 33.8°F (1°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In Island, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Island, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 114.1 rainfall days, and 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Island, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Island, 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 in Island. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and a low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Island?

In Island, in December, it is raining for 7.4 days, with typically 0.79" (20mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.1 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Island?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Island?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Island is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Island, KY

Average temperature in December - Island, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Island, KY

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

Average wind speed in December
Island, KY

Average wind speed in December - Island, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Island, KY

Average humidity in December - Island, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Island, KY

Average rainfall in December - Island, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Island, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Island, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Island, KY

Average snowfall in December - Island, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Island, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Island, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Island, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Island, 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 months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Island, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Island, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Island, KY

Average UV index in December - Island, 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
Island, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Island, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Island, KY

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

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

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