December weather forecast
Ledford, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ledford, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.4°F (1.9°C) and max 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). During December, Ledford's temperature falls to a steady low-temperature average of 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Ledford is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.8 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162 rainfall days, and 39.53" (1004mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Ledford. In December, it is snowing for 1.1 days. Throughout December, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ledford, during the entire year, snow falls for 10 days and aggregates up to 5.2" (132mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ledford.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, in Ledford, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Ledford?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ledford, is 47.3°F (8.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.4°F (1.9°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ledford?

The average relative humidity in December in Ledford is 78%.

How much does it rain in Ledford in December?

In Ledford, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ledford?

In Ledford, in December, during 1.1 snowfall days, 0.51" (13mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ledford?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Ledford.

How many hours of daylight does Ledford have in December?

In Ledford, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ledford?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:51 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:09 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ledford have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ledford?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

Average pressure in December
Ledford, KY

Average pressure in December - Ledford, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ledford, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ledford, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Ledford, KY

Average humidity in December - Ledford, 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
Ledford, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ledford, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Ledford, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ledford, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ledford, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ledford, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ledford, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ledford, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Ledford, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ledford, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ledford, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Ledford, KY

Average UV index in December - Ledford, 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
Ledford, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Ledford, KY

Average visibility in December - Ledford, 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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