December weather forecast
Olive Hill, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Olive Hill, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

A shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Olive Hill's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Olive Hill is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Olive Hill, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Olive Hill, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Olive Hill is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Olive Hill, Kentucky. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Olive Hill?

In Olive Hill, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Olive Hill?

The average relative humidity in December in Olive Hill is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Olive Hill?

December is the month with the most rainfall in Olive Hill, Kentucky. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in Olive Hill in December?

In December, in Olive Hill, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Olive Hill?

In Olive Hill, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Olive Hill?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Olive Hill?

The average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Olive Hill?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Olive Hill, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Olive Hill?

The average sunshine duration in December in Olive Hill, Kentucky, is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Olive Hill?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Olive Hill?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Olive Hill is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average temperature in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Olive Hill, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average wind speed in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average humidity in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average rainfall in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average snowfall in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Olive Hill, 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 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average UV index in December - Olive Hill, 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
Olive Hill, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Olive Hill, KY

Average visibility in December - Olive Hill, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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