December weather forecast
Smithfield, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Smithfield, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

Smithfield's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is observed during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Smithfield, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 10.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation. In Smithfield, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.9 days and collects up to 23.98" (609mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.1" (28mm) of snow is accumulated. In Smithfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.8 days and aggregates up to 6.02" (153mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Smithfield, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Smithfield, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Smithfield, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Smithfield, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.1" (28mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smithfield?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Smithfield, KY

Average pressure in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Smithfield, KY

Average wind speed in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Smithfield, KY

Average humidity in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Smithfield, KY

Average rainfall in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Smithfield, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Smithfield, KY

Average snowfall in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.1"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.54").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Smithfield, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.2 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
Smithfield, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Smithfield, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Smithfield, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Smithfield, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Smithfield, KY

Average visibility in December - Smithfield, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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