December weather forecast
Jamestown, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jamestown, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average low of 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

In Jamestown, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature dips to an icy 34°F (1.1°C) at night.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Jamestown, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.7 rainfall days, and 40.87" (1038mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Jamestown, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 27.6 snowfall days, and 10.59" (269mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Jamestown, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Jamestown, 46.9°F (8.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 34°F (1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Jamestown, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Jamestown, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Jamestown have in December?

In Jamestown, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jamestown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jamestown, KY

Average temperature in December - Jamestown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Jamestown, KY

Average pressure in December - Jamestown, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Jamestown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Jamestown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Jamestown, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Jamestown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Jamestown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Jamestown, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jamestown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Jamestown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jamestown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Jamestown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Jamestown, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jamestown, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jamestown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Jamestown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Jamestown, KY

Average UV index in December - Jamestown, 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
Jamestown, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Jamestown, KY

Average visibility in December - Jamestown, 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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