December weather forecast
Mortons Gap, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mortons Gap, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at an icy 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In Mortons Gap, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mortons Gap, in December, it is raining for 10.3 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mortons Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 145.5 days and collects up to 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Mortons Gap, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Mortons Gap, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mortons Gap, records 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mortons Gap?

In Mortons Gap, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Mortons Gap, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mortons Gap in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mortons Gap have in December?

In Mortons Gap, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mortons Gap?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Mortons Gap, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 reading in December?

In Mortons Gap, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average temperature in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°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
Mortons Gap, KY

Average pressure in December - Mortons Gap, 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
Mortons Gap, KY

Average wind speed in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average humidity in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average rainfall in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average snowfall in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mortons Gap, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average UV index in December - Mortons Gap, 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
Mortons Gap, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Mortons Gap, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Mortons Gap, KY

Average visibility in December - Mortons Gap, 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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