December weather forecast
Queens, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Queens, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 43.2°F (6.2°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a chilly 43.2°F (6.2°C). During the month of December, Queens's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Queens, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Queens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.9 days and collects up to 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 8 days. Throughout December, 1.89" (48mm) of snow is accumulated. In Queens, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 11.1" (282mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes 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:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.

Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Queens in December?

Queens in December has an average high-temperature of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Queens, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Queens, in December, snow falls for 8 days, with typically accumulated 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Queens have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Queens, KY

Average temperature in December - Queens, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Queens, KY

Average pressure in December - Queens, 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
Queens, KY

Average wind speed in December - Queens, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Queens, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Queens, KY

Average rainfall in December - Queens, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Queens, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Queens, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Queens, KY

Average snowfall in December - Queens, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.89"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.91").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Queens, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Queens, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Queens, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Queens, KY

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Queens, KY

Average UV index in December - Queens, 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
Queens, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Queens, 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 30).

Average visibility in December
Queens, KY

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

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

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