December weather forecast
Sharondale, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout the December nights, Sharondale encounters a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 30.43" (773mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sharondale, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 3.9" (99mm) of snow. In Sharondale, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.9 days and aggregates up to 16.81" (427mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sharondale, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sharondale in December?

In Sharondale, 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.1°F (0.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11 days. Throughout December, 2.91" (74mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sharondale, during December, snow falls for 6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sharondale, KY

Average temperature in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°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 (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Sharondale, KY

Average pressure in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sharondale, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Sharondale, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Sharondale, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.91"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Sharondale, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sharondale, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.9"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.09").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sharondale, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sharondale, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sharondale, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sharondale, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Sharondale, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sharondale, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

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
Sharondale, KY

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

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

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