December weather forecast
Relief, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Relief, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Relief's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average low-temperature, in December, is a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Relief, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Relief, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.5 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Relief.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Relief is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Relief, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Relief.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Relief, Kentucky, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Relief, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Relief have in December?

In December, the average day length in Relief is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Relief, KY

Average temperature in December - Relief, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Relief, KY

Average pressure in December - Relief, 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
Relief, KY

Average wind speed in December - Relief, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

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
Relief, KY

Average humidity in December - Relief, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Relief, KY

Average rainfall in December - Relief, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Relief, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Relief, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Relief, KY

Average snowfall in December - Relief, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Relief, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Relief, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Relief, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Relief, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Relief, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Relief, KY

Average UV index in December - Relief, 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
Relief, KY

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

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
Relief, KY

Average visibility in December - Relief, 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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