December weather forecast
Southdown, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Southdown, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is noted.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Southdown, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Southdown, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Southdown, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.09" (104mm) of snow. In Southdown, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) 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 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Southdown, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Southdown, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Southdown, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, in Southdown, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Southdown, 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 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Southdown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Southdown, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Southdown, KY

Average temperature in December - Southdown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Southdown, KY

Average pressure in December - Southdown, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Southdown, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Southdown, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Southdown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Southdown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Southdown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Southdown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Southdown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Southdown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Southdown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Southdown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Southdown, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Southdown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Southdown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).

Average UV index in December
Southdown, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Southdown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Southdown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Southdown, KY

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

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

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