December weather forecast
Quicksand, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Quicksand, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). The low-temperature averages to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Quicksand, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Quicksand, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178 days and collects up to 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, in Quicksand, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated. In Quicksand, during the entire year, snow falls for 39.8 days and aggregates up to 17.32" (440mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Quicksand 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature during December is 45°F (7.2°C) and the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Quicksand, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Quicksand have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Quicksand have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Quicksand, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Quicksand, KY

Average pressure in December - Quicksand, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Quicksand, KY

Average wind speed in December - Quicksand, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Quicksand, KY

Average humidity in December - Quicksand, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Quicksand, KY

Average rainfall in December - Quicksand, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Quicksand, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Quicksand, KY

Average snowfall in December - Quicksand, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Quicksand, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Quicksand, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Quicksand, KY

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

Average sunshine days in December
Quicksand, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Quicksand, KY

Average UV index in December - Quicksand, 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
Quicksand, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Quicksand, KY

Average visibility in December - Quicksand, 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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