December weather forecast
Limestone, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Limestone, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

Limestone in December demonstrates a small temperature transition, adjusting from an average high of a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout the month of December, Limestone witnesses an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Limestone, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.9 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Limestone, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall in Limestone is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Limestone, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Limestone is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Limestone, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Limestone, KY

Average temperature in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Limestone, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Limestone, KY

Average wind speed in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Limestone, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Limestone, KY

Average rainfall in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Limestone, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Limestone, KY

Average snowfall in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Limestone, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Limestone, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Limestone, KY

Average UV index in December - Limestone, 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
Limestone, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

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
Limestone, KY

Average visibility in December - Limestone, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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