December weather forecast
Ruddels Mills, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Ruddels Mills, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 43.7°F (6.5°C) and min 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a shift in the average high-temperature, falling from November's cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout December, Ruddels Mills witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In Ruddels Mills, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ruddels Mills, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation. In Ruddels Mills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ruddels Mills, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Ruddels Mills, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.2 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ruddels Mills, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ruddels Mills, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ruddels Mills are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Ruddels Mills, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in Ruddels Mills, the rain falls for 14.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ruddels Mills, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) 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 Ruddels Mills have in December?

In Ruddels Mills, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index 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 is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average temperature in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average pressure in December - Ruddels Mills, 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
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average humidity in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruddels Mills, 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
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average UV index in December - Ruddels Mills, 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
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average visibility in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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