December weather forecast
Kimper, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Kimper, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Kimper records an average nighttime low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Kimper, Kentucky, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Kimper, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Kimper, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Kimper.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Kimper. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Kimper in December?

In Kimper, 45.9°F (7.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.3°F (0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kimper, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Kimper, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Kimper have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kimper have in December?

In Kimper, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Kimper, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Kimper, KY

Average temperature in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Kimper, KY

Average pressure in December - Kimper, 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
Kimper, KY

Average wind speed in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Kimper, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Kimper, KY

Average rainfall in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Kimper, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kimper, KY

Average snowfall in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kimper, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kimper, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Kimper, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Kimper, KY

Average UV index in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Kimper, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Kimper, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Kimper, KY

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

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

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