December weather forecast
Northfield, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Northfield, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, dropping from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Northfield, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Northfield is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 184.1 rainfall days, and 39.33" (999mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Northfield, in December, during 6 snowfall days, 1.42" (36mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Northfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 8.98" (228mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

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 low threat to health 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:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Northfield during December?

In Northfield, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Northfield, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Northfield, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Northfield?

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 December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Northfield have in December?

In Northfield, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with 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 Northfield, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northfield, KY

Average temperature in December - Northfield, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Northfield, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Northfield, KY

Average wind speed in December - Northfield, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Northfield, KY

Average humidity in December - Northfield, 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 October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Northfield, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.17").

Average rainfall days in December
Northfield, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Northfield, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northfield, KY

Average snowfall in December - Northfield, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.42"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.44").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Northfield, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Northfield, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 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
Northfield, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northfield, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northfield, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Northfield, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Northfield, KY

Average UV index in December - Northfield, 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
Northfield, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Northfield, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Northfield, KY

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

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

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