December weather forecast
Sloan, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sloan, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Nightly temperatures drop to an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) in December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sloan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.8 days and collects up to 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sloan, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sloan, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Sloan, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sloan?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sloan?

In Sloan, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Sloan, KY

Average temperature in December - Sloan, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sloan, KY

Average pressure in December - Sloan, 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
Sloan, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sloan, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sloan, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Sloan, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sloan, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Sloan, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sloan, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sloan, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sloan, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sloan, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sloan, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sloan, 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 4min

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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sloan, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sloan, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sloan, KY

Average UV index in December - Sloan, 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
Sloan, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sloan, KY

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

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

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