December weather forecast
Moscow, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Moscow, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.3°F (8.5°C) and min 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a frosty 47.3°F (8.5°C). Moscow in December experiences a low-temperature average of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Moscow, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.4 days and collects up to 38.78" (985mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Moscow, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Moscow, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Moscow in December?

December temperatures in Moscow vary between a high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Moscow, in December, it is raining for 11.2 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Moscow, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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 Moscow have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Moscow have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Moscow is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Moscow?

In Moscow, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Moscow, KY

Average temperature in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Moscow, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Moscow, KY

Average wind speed in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Moscow, KY

Average humidity in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Moscow, KY

Average rainfall in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Moscow, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Moscow, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Moscow, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Moscow, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Moscow, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Moscow, KY

Average UV index in December - Moscow, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Moscow, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Moscow, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Moscow, KY

Average visibility in December - Moscow, 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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