December weather forecast
Salyersville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Salyersville, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Salyersville's December weather shows a modest shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Salyersville experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Salyersville, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In Salyersville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.5 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Salyersville, 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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Salyersville, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Salyersville, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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 Salyersville have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February 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 Salyersville is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Salyersville, KY

Average temperature in December - Salyersville, 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: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Salyersville, KY

Average pressure in December - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Salyersville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Salyersville, KY

Average humidity in December - Salyersville, 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 August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Salyersville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Salyersville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Salyersville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Salyersville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Salyersville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Salyersville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Salyersville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Salyersville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

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

Average sunshine days in December
Salyersville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Salyersville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Salyersville, KY

Average UV index in December - Salyersville, 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
Salyersville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Salyersville, 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 31).

Average visibility in December
Salyersville, KY

Average visibility in December - Salyersville, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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