December weather forecast
Pendleton, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pendleton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

During the transition into December, Pendleton observes a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a subzero cold 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pendleton, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.6 rainfall days, and 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Pendleton, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.6 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Pendleton, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Pendleton is 4.3h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Pendleton, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December in Pendleton is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Pendleton, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is 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 Pendleton, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pendleton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pendleton is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pendleton, KY

Average temperature in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Pendleton, KY

Average pressure in December - Pendleton, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Pendleton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Pendleton, KY

Average humidity in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Pendleton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

Average rainfall days in December
Pendleton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11 days).

Average snowfall in December
Pendleton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Pendleton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Pendleton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Pendleton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Pendleton, KY

Average UV index in December - Pendleton, 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
Pendleton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Pendleton, KY

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

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

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