December weather forecast
Rheber, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rheber, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34°F (1.1°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). An average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rheber, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rheber, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.4 days and collects up to 41.46" (1053mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Rheber, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.8 snowfall days, and 11.97" (304mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Rheber.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
Updated: Aug 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rheber, is 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34°F (1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Rheber are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Rheber have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Rheber, the average sunshine duration in December 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 reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Rheber, KY

Average pressure in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Rheber, KY

Average wind speed in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Rheber, KY

Average humidity in December - Rheber, 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 April, June, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Rheber, KY

Average rainfall in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Rheber, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rheber, KY

Average snowfall in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rheber, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 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
Rheber, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rheber, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rheber, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Rheber, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Rheber, KY

Average UV index in December - Rheber, 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
Rheber, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rheber, KY

Average visibility in December - Rheber, 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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