December weather forecast
Silverhill, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Silverhill, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Silverhill in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During the month of December, the nighttime temperature falls to an average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Silverhill, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Silverhill, 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 Silverhill, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. 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 Silverhill, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Silverhill, is 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Silverhill, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Silverhill, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Silverhill?

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

How many hours of daylight does Silverhill have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

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.

How many hours of sunshine does Silverhill have in December?

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

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?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Silverhill is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Silverhill, KY

Average temperature in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average pressure in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average wind speed in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average humidity in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average rainfall in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average snowfall in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average UV index in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average visibility in December - Silverhill, 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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