Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The advent of December brings a subtle shift in temperature, with the average high moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout December, an average nighttime temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is experienced in May.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In May, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation. In May, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In May, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) 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 7:27 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for May in December?
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How much does it rain in December?
How many days does it snow in December?
What is the month with the shortest days?
How many hours of daylight does May have in December?
When are sunrise and sunset in December?
How many hours of sunshine does May have in December?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in May?
What is the UV index reading in December?
Average temperature in December
May, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in December
May, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
May, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
May, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
May, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in December
May, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
May, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 4.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
May, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
May, 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 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
May, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).
Average UV index in December
May, KY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
May, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
May, KY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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