December weather forecast
Peoples, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Peoples, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

December signals a slight drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Peoples's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Peoples.

Rainfall

In December, in Peoples, Kentucky, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Peoples, there are 176.9 rainfall days, and 39.29" (998mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Peoples are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.2 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 34.6 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Peoples, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Peoples, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk 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:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Peoples?

The high-temperature, in December, in Peoples, records 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Peoples?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Peoples?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Peoples?

In Peoples, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Peoples?

In Peoples, Kentucky, in December, during 7.2 snowfall days, 3.03" (77mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Peoples?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Peoples, Kentucky.

What is the average length of the day in December in Peoples?

The average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Peoples?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Peoples have in December?

In Peoples, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Peoples?

In Peoples, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Peoples, KY

Average temperature in December - Peoples, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Peoples, KY

Average pressure in December - Peoples, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Peoples, KY

Average wind speed in December - Peoples, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Peoples, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Peoples, KY

Average rainfall in December - Peoples, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Peoples, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Peoples, KY

Average snowfall in December - Peoples, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.03"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Peoples, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Peoples, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Peoples, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Peoples, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Peoples, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Peoples, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Peoples, KY

Average UV index in December - Peoples, 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
Peoples, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Peoples, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Peoples, KY

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

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

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