December weather forecast
Olcott, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Olcott, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout the month of December, Olcott observes an average nighttime temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Olcott, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 185.4 rainfall days, and 40.59" (1031mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Olcott are January through April, October through December. In Olcott, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow. In Olcott, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 12.17" (309mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In Olcott, 45.9°F (7.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Olcott?

In Olcott, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Olcott, in December, it is raining for 14.2 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Olcott, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Olcott have in December?

In Olcott, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Olcott, KY

Average temperature in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Olcott, KY

Average pressure in December - Olcott, 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
Olcott, KY

Average wind speed in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Olcott, KY

Average humidity in December - Olcott, 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 June, July, August and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Olcott, KY

Average rainfall in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Olcott, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olcott, KY

Average snowfall in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olcott, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 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
Olcott, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Olcott, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Olcott, KY

Average UV index in December - Olcott, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Olcott, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Olcott, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Olcott, KY

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

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

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