December weather forecast
Kirbyton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Kirbyton, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). The temperature dips to an average of 34.9°F (1.6°C) during December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Kirbyton, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.4 rainfall days, and 38.78" (985mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Kirbyton are January through March, November and December. In Kirbyton, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Kirbyton, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) 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 6:50 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Kirbyton, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Kirbyton, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) 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 Kirbyton have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirbyton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Kirbyton is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Kirbyton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average temperature in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average pressure in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirbyton, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirbyton, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average UV index in December - Kirbyton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Kirbyton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Kirbyton, KY

Average visibility in December - Kirbyton, 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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