December weather forecast
Kings Mountain, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Kings Mountain, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 45.3°F (7.4°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). Kings Mountain observes an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Kings Mountain, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Kings Mountain, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 39.37" (1000mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kings Mountain, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Kings Mountain, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.5 days and aggregates up to 12.28" (312mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Kings Mountain, is 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Kings Mountain, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

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 Kings Mountain have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Kings Mountain?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average temperature in December - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average pressure in December - Kings Mountain, 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
Kings Mountain, KY

Average wind speed in December - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average humidity in December - Kings Mountain, 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 August and October (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average rainfall in December - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.52").

Average rainfall days in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average snowfall in December - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Kings Mountain, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kings Mountain, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Kings Mountain, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average UV index in December - Kings Mountain, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kings Mountain, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Kings Mountain, 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
Kings Mountain, KY

Average visibility in December - Kings Mountain, 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).

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