December weather forecast
Preston, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Preston, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.2°F (0.1°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

Onset of December comes with a temperature decline, the average high falling from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) in Preston.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Preston, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 176 rainfall days, and 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated. In Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Preston, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Preston in December?

In December, in Preston, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with 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 intensity in December in Preston?

In Preston, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Preston, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Preston, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Preston, KY

Average wind speed in December - Preston, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Preston, KY

Average humidity in December - Preston, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Preston, KY

Average rainfall in December - Preston, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Preston, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Preston, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Preston, KY

Average snowfall in December - Preston, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Preston, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Preston, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Preston, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Preston, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Preston, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Preston, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Preston, KY

Average UV index in December - Preston, 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
Preston, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Preston, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Preston, KY

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

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

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