December weather forecast
Oneonta, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Oneonta, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

Oneonta experiences a temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). During December nights, Oneonta records an average temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Oneonta, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Oneonta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.4 days and collects up to 31.85" (809mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Oneonta, Kentucky. In Oneonta, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 10.39" (264mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Oneonta are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Oneonta, is 41.9°F (5.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Oneonta, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Oneonta, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Oneonta?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Oneonta, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Oneonta, KY

Average pressure in December - Oneonta, 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
Oneonta, KY

Average wind speed in December - Oneonta, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Oneonta, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are January, February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Oneonta, KY

Average rainfall in December - Oneonta, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.74").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Oneonta, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Oneonta, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Oneonta, KY

Average snowfall in December - Oneonta, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Oneonta, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Oneonta, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.7 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
Oneonta, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oneonta, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Oneonta, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Oneonta, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Oneonta, KY

Average UV index in December - Oneonta, 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
Oneonta, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Oneonta, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Oneonta, KY

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

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

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