December weather forecast
Kettle Island, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kettle Island, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

Kettle Island's December weather features a light decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). An average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kettle Island, in December, during 14.6 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kettle Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Kettle Island, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Kettle Island, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 14.17" (360mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index 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 hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, 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, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in Kettle Island in December?

In Kettle Island, during December, the rain falls for 14.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kettle Island, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Kettle Island have in December?

In Kettle Island, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Kettle Island?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kettle Island have in December?

In Kettle Island, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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 in Kettle Island.

What is the UV index reading in December in Kettle Island?

In Kettle Island, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kettle Island, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average pressure in December - Kettle Island, 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
Kettle Island, KY

Average wind speed in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average humidity in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, July, August, September and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average rainfall in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average snowfall in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Kettle Island, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average UV index in December - Kettle 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
Kettle Island, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Kettle Island, KY

Average visibility in December - Kettle Island, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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