December weather forecast
McHenry, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in McHenry, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and an average low of 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature dips to a steady average of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.1 days. Throughout December, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In McHenry, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In McHenry, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In McHenry, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.9 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) 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 6:43 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

During December, McHenry experiences an average high-temperature of 45.7°F (7.6°C) and a low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In McHenry, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In McHenry, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In McHenry, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) 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 is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in McHenry?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in McHenry?

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 December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McHenry, KY

Average temperature in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
McHenry, KY

Average pressure in December - McHenry, 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
McHenry, KY

Average wind speed in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
McHenry, KY

Average humidity in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
McHenry, KY

Average rainfall in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and April (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
McHenry, KY

Average rainfall days in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
McHenry, KY

Average snowfall in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McHenry, KY

Average snowfall days in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
McHenry, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - McHenry, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
McHenry, KY

Average sunshine days in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
McHenry, KY

Average UV index in December - McHenry, 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
McHenry, KY

Average cloud cover in December - McHenry, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
McHenry, KY

Average visibility in December - McHenry, 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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