December weather forecast
Moorland, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Moorland, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32°F (0°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

Moorland observes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). December nights are marked by an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Moorland, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Moorland, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Moorland, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.3 days and aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) 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 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

Moorland in December has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Moorland, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Moorland, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Moorland?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Moorland?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Moorland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Moorland, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Moorland, KY

Average temperature in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Moorland, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Moorland, KY

Average wind speed in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Moorland, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Moorland, KY

Average rainfall in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Moorland, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moorland, KY

Average snowfall in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moorland, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Moorland, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moorland, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Moorland, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Moorland, KY

Average UV index in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Moorland, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Moorland, KY

Average visibility in December - Moorland, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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