December weather forecast
Knifley, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Knifley, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8 days. Throughout December, 0.87" (22mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 128.3 rainfall days, and 12.8" (325mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Knifley. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February 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 low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Knifley?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 95°F (35°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 December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Knifley, in December, it is raining for 8 days, with typically 0.87" (22mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Knifley in December?

In December, in Knifley, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is 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 Knifley have in December?

In Knifley, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:33 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Knifley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Knifley?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Knifley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Knifley is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Knifley, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Knifley, KY

Average pressure in December - Knifley, 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
Knifley, KY

Average wind speed in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Knifley, KY

Average humidity in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Knifley, KY

Average rainfall in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.59").

Average rainfall days in December
Knifley, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Knifley, KY

Average snowfall in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Knifley, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Knifley, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Knifley, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Knifley, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Knifley, KY

Average UV index in December - Knifley, 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
Knifley, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Knifley, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Knifley, KY

Average visibility in December - Knifley, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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