December weather forecast
Murphyfork, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Murphyfork, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.6°F (7°C) and 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 44.6°F (7°C). In December, Murphyfork experiences a temperature dip to an average of 32.7°F (0.4°C) at night.

Humidity

In Murphyfork, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.76" (70mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 162.2 rainfall days, and 29.45" (748mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Murphyfork, during December, snow falls for 7.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.32" (59mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 12.48" (317mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Murphyfork, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.6°F (7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Murphyfork, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Murphyfork, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.76" (70mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 2.32" (59mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Murphyfork have in December?

In Murphyfork, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Murphyfork have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average pressure in December - Murphyfork, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average wind speed in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average humidity in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average rainfall in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.76"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.99").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average snowfall in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.32"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Murphyfork, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average UV index in December - Murphyfork, 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
Murphyfork, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Murphyfork, KY

Average visibility in December - Murphyfork, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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