December weather forecast
Shelbiana, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Shelbiana, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

Shelbiana observes a small decrease in the average high-temperature with the arrival of December, falling from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is noted during the nights in Shelbiana.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Shelbiana, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shelbiana, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Shelbiana are January through April, October through December. In Shelbiana, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shelbiana, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Shelbiana?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Shelbiana, is 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). 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, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shelbiana?

In Shelbiana, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Shelbiana in December?

In December, in Shelbiana, Kentucky, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Shelbiana in December?

In Shelbiana, Kentucky, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shelbiana?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shelbiana?

In December, the average day length in Shelbiana, Kentucky, is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shelbiana?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shelbiana?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Shelbiana, Kentucky, is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Shelbiana?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shelbiana?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Shelbiana is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average temperature in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°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 (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average pressure in December - Shelbiana, 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
Shelbiana, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average humidity in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average rainfall in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average snowfall in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelbiana, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average UV index in December - Shelbiana, 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
Shelbiana, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Shelbiana, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Shelbiana, KY

Average visibility in December - Shelbiana, 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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