December weather forecast
Republic, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Republic, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

A modest decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). In the month of December, Republic experiences an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Republic, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Republic, 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 Republic, 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Republic, 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Republic?

In December, in Republic, the average high-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Republic?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Republic, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Republic, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Republic have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Republic have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Republic, KY

Average temperature in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average pressure in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average wind speed in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average humidity in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average rainfall in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average snowfall in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

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

Average sunshine days in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average UV index in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average visibility in December - Republic, 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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