December weather forecast
Mountain Valley, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mountain Valley, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Mountain Valley is 79%.

Rainfall

In Mountain Valley, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Mountain Valley, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Mountain Valley, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Mountain Valley is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Mountain Valley, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. 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

What is the average December temperature in Mountain Valley?

Mountain Valley in December has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mountain Valley?

In Mountain Valley, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Mountain Valley?

In Mountain Valley, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Mountain Valley?

In Mountain Valley, Kentucky, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mountain Valley?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Mountain Valley?

In December, the average day length in Mountain Valley is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Mountain Valley?

On the first day of December in Mountain Valley, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Mountain Valley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Mountain Valley is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mountain Valley?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mountain Valley?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Mountain Valley, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average temperature in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Mountain Valley, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average wind speed in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average humidity in December - Mountain Valley, 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 and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average rainfall in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average snowfall in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Mountain Valley, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mountain Valley, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

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: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average UV index in December - Mountain Valley, 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
Mountain Valley, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Mountain Valley, KY

Average visibility in December - Mountain Valley, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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