December weather forecast
Quincy, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Quincy, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.2°F (6.2°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Quincy's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) to a frosty 43.2°F (6.2°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Quincy, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 31.81" (808mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Quincy?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Quincy, is 43.2°F (6.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Quincy?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Quincy, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Quincy, during December, snow falls for 8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.89" (48mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Quincy have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Quincy, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Quincy?

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 reading 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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Quincy, KY

Average temperature in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average pressure in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average wind speed in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average humidity in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average rainfall in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average snowfall in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average UV index in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Quincy, 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
Quincy, KY

Average visibility in December - Quincy, 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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