December weather forecast
Little Zion, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Little Zion, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). The nights of December anticipate an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Little Zion, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Little Zion, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.8 days and collects up to 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Little Zion, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Little Zion, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Little Zion in December?

In Little Zion, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.6°F (0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Little Zion?

In December, the average relative humidity in Little Zion, Kentucky, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Little Zion in December?

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Little Zion?

In Little Zion, Kentucky, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Little Zion?

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

How many hours of daylight does Little Zion have in December?

In Little Zion, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Little Zion?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Little Zion, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Little Zion have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Little Zion, Kentucky, is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Little Zion?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Little Zion?

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

Average temperature in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Little Zion, KY

Average pressure in December - Little Zion, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Little Zion, KY

Average wind speed in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Little Zion, KY

Average humidity in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Little Zion, KY

Average rainfall in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Little Zion, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Little Zion, KY

Average snowfall in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Little Zion, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Little Zion, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Little Zion, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Little Zion, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Little Zion, KY

Average UV index in December - Little Zion, 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
Little Zion, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Little Zion, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Little Zion, KY

Average visibility in December - Little Zion, 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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