December weather forecast
Mount Washington, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Mount Washington, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.6°F (7°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a cold 32.4°F (0.2°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mount Washington, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation. In Mount Washington, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 142.8 days and collects up to 23.35" (593mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Mount Washington are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is accumulated. In Mount Washington, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.5 days and aggregates up to 5.31" (135mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Mount Washington.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Mount Washington. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Mount Washington during December?

The high-temperature in Mount Washington during December is 44.6°F (7°C) and the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mount Washington?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Mount Washington in December?

In Mount Washington, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Mount Washington in December?

In Mount Washington, Kentucky, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mount Washington?

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 Mount Washington?

In December, the average day length in Mount Washington, Kentucky, is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mount Washington?

On the first day of December in Mount Washington, Kentucky, 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 are the months with the least sunshine in Mount Washington?

The months with the least sunshine in Mount Washington are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Mount Washington have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mount Washington?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mount Washington?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mount Washington, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average temperature in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°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 (39.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Mount Washington, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average wind speed in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

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
Mount Washington, KY

Average humidity in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average rainfall in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.48").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.38").

Average rainfall days in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average snowfall in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (7.3 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
Mount Washington, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mount Washington, 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 12min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Mount Washington, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average UV index in December - Mount Washington, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Mount Washington, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Mount Washington, 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
Mount Washington, KY

Average visibility in December - Mount Washington, 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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