December weather forecast
Shawnee Hills, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shawnee Hills, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 46.9°F (8.3°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's mild 55.4°F (13°C) to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). December nights are marked by an average temperature drop to a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Shawnee Hills, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.6 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 25, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shawnee Hills, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Shawnee Hills?

In Shawnee Hills, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Shawnee Hills have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shawnee Hills have in December?

In Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity 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 unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average temperature in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average wind speed in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average humidity in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average rainfall in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average snowfall in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average UV index in December - Shawnee Hills, 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
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average visibility in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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