December weather forecast
Poverty, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Poverty, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.8°F (1°C) and 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

Poverty in December experiences a subtle temperature decline, with average high-temperatures reducing from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). Poverty's temperature lowers to a mean of 33.8°F (1°C) during the nights in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Poverty, Kentucky, is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Poverty, during the entire year, the rain falls for 114.1 days and collects up to 10.63" (270mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Poverty, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.5 snowfall days, and 1.34" (34mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Poverty, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
Data Sources | Weather Forecasting & Climate

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Poverty in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Poverty, is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poverty?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 7.4 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Poverty, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Poverty have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poverty have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Poverty?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 in Poverty is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poverty, KY

Average temperature in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Poverty, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Poverty, KY

Average wind speed in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Poverty, KY

Average humidity in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Poverty, KY

Average rainfall in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Poverty, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Poverty, KY

Average snowfall in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.63").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Poverty, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Poverty, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poverty, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Poverty, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Poverty, KY

Average UV index in December - Poverty, 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
Poverty, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Poverty, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Poverty, KY

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

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

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