December weather forecast
Raccoon, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raccoon, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December ushers in a minor alteration in Raccoon's climate, with the average high-temperature moving from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Raccoon throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Raccoon, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Raccoon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Raccoon, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Raccoon, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Raccoon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Raccoon have in December?

In Raccoon, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Raccoon, KY

Average temperature in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°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 (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Raccoon, KY

Average pressure in December - Raccoon, 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
Raccoon, KY

Average wind speed in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Raccoon, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Raccoon, KY

Average rainfall in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Raccoon, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Raccoon, KY

Average snowfall in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Raccoon, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raccoon, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Raccoon, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Raccoon, KY

Average UV index in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Raccoon, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Raccoon, KY

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

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

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