December weather forecast
Sophi, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sophi, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low of 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is an icy 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sophi, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow. In Sophi, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.9 days and aggregates up to 11.73" (298mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sophi is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

During December, Sophi experiences an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°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 calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sophi, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sophi, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 7.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sophi have in December?

In Sophi, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sophi have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

Average temperature in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Sophi, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sophi, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sophi, KY

Average humidity in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sophi, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Sophi, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sophi, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sophi, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Sophi, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sophi, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sophi, KY

Average UV index in December - Sophi, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sophi, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sophi, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Sophi, KY

Average visibility in December - Sophi, 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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