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
A decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a wintry 32.2°F (0.1°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In Morehead, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Morehead, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Morehead, Kentucky, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.5 snowfall days, and 11.14" (283mm) of snow is accumulated.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 7:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Morehead, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Morehead, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.7°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Morehead, 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
Morehead, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).
Average humidity in December
Morehead, KY
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Morehead, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.99"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").
Average rainfall days in December
Morehead, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Morehead, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.05"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Morehead, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Morehead, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
Morehead, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Morehead, 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
Morehead, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 58
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Morehead, 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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