December weather forecast
Saint Helens, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Saint Helens, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Saint Helens, in December, experiences an average temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Saint Helens, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Saint Helens, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Saint Helens, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.48" (63mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.6 snowfall days, and 12.17" (309mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Saint Helens is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Saint Helens, is 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°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?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Saint Helens, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Saint Helens?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Saint Helens, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Saint Helens?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average temperature in December - Saint Helens, 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: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average pressure in December - Saint Helens, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average wind speed in December - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average humidity in December - Saint Helens, 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 June, August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average rainfall in December - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average snowfall in December - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Saint Helens, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Saint Helens, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Saint Helens, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average UV index in December - Saint Helens, 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
Saint Helens, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Saint Helens, 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 32).

Average visibility in December
Saint Helens, KY

Average visibility in December - Saint Helens, 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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