December weather forecast
Olaton, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Olaton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°F (1°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

December brings a drop in Olaton's average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). During December, the average low-temperature is recorded at an icy 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Olaton, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Olaton, there are 151.8 rainfall days, and 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Olaton, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Olaton, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Olaton, Kentucky.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Olaton. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Olaton?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Olaton, is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Olaton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Olaton in December?

In Olaton, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Olaton in December?

In Olaton, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Olaton?

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

How many hours of daylight does Olaton have in December?

The average day length in December in Olaton is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Olaton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, in Olaton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Olaton?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Olaton?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Olaton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Olaton, KY

Average temperature in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Olaton, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Olaton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Olaton, KY

Average humidity in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Olaton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and April (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Olaton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olaton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olaton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
Olaton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olaton, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olaton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Olaton, KY

Average UV index in December - Olaton, 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
Olaton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Olaton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Olaton, KY

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

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

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