December weather forecast
Sanfordtown, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sanfordtown, is also a wintry month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and an average low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Sanfordtown sees a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). Sanfordtown throughout December, experiences an average nighttime temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Sanfordtown, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sanfordtown, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In Sanfordtown, in December, the average high-temperature is 42.1°F (5.6°C), and the average low-temperature is 30.4°F (-0.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Sanfordtown is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sanfordtown, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sanfordtown?

In Sanfordtown, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Sanfordtown in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) 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 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sanfordtown have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sanfordtown?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sanfordtown have in December?

In Sanfordtown, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average temperature in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average pressure in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average humidity in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

Average rainfall days in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sanfordtown, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Sanfordtown, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average UV index in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Sanfordtown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sanfordtown, KY

Average visibility in December - Sanfordtown, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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