December weather forecast
Kirksey, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Kirksey, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 46.8°F (8.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a decrease in temperature, transitioning from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). December is noted for a mean low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Kirksey, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Kirksey, there are 171.5 rainfall days, and 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Kirksey, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.1 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Kirksey is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, in Kirksey, the average high-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Kirksey are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Kirksey, in December, during 12.3 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Kirksey, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

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 Kirksey have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Kirksey have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Kirksey, KY

Average temperature in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°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: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Kirksey, KY

Average pressure in December - Kirksey, 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
Kirksey, KY

Average wind speed in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Kirksey, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Kirksey, KY

Average rainfall in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Kirksey, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Kirksey, KY

Average snowfall in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Kirksey, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Kirksey, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Kirksey, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Kirksey, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Kirksey, KY

Average UV index in December - Kirksey, 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
Kirksey, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Kirksey, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Kirksey, KY

Average visibility in December - Kirksey, 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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