December weather forecast
Rothwell, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rothwell, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

Rothwell in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Throughout the month of December, Rothwell expects an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rothwell, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rothwell, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Rothwell, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.8 days and aggregates up to 11.69" (297mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rothwell, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rothwell in December?

In Rothwell, 44.8°F (7.1°C) is the average high-temperature and 32.9°F (0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity 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 Rothwell, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rothwell have in December?

In Rothwell, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rothwell 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
Rothwell, KY

Average temperature in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Rothwell, KY

Average pressure in December - Rothwell, 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
Rothwell, KY

Average wind speed in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Rothwell, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Rothwell, KY

Average rainfall in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Rothwell, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rothwell, KY

Average snowfall in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rothwell, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Rothwell, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rothwell, KY

Average UV index in December - Rothwell, 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
Rothwell, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Rothwell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Rothwell, KY

Average visibility in December - Rothwell, 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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