December weather forecast
South Union, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in South Union, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's refreshing 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). In the month of December, an average of 34.5°F (1.4°C) marks the low-temperature in South Union.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In South Union, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In South Union, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in South Union. In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In South Union, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for South Union in December?

South Union in December has an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In South Union, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 0.83" (21mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In South Union, 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading 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
South Union, KY

Average temperature in December - South Union, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°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 (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
South Union, KY

Average pressure in December - South Union, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
South Union, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
South Union, KY

Average humidity in December - South Union, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
South Union, KY

Average rainfall in December - South Union, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
South Union, KY

Average rainfall days in December - South Union, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
South Union, KY

Average snowfall in December - South Union, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
South Union, KY

Average snowfall days in December - South Union, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
South Union, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
South Union, KY

Average sunshine days in December - South Union, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
South Union, KY

Average UV index in December - South Union, 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
South Union, KY

Average cloud cover in December - South Union, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
South Union, KY

Average visibility in December - South Union, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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