December weather forecast
Nicholson, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nicholson, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). In Nicholson, the December nights cool down to an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Nicholson are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Nicholson, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Nicholson, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 9.13" (232mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Nicholson, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Nicholson, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Nicholson?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Nicholson, in December, during 7.7 snowfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Nicholson have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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 intensity in December?

In Nicholson, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Nicholson, KY

Average temperature in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Nicholson, KY

Average pressure in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nicholson, KY

Average wind speed in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Nicholson, KY

Average humidity in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Nicholson, KY

Average rainfall in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Nicholson, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nicholson, KY

Average snowfall in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nicholson, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Nicholson, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nicholson, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Nicholson, KY

Average UV index in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Nicholson, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Nicholson, KY

Average visibility in December - Nicholson, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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