December weather forecast
Sparta, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sparta, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature drops in December, from November's cool 51.8°F (11°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Sparta records an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sparta, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.2 days and collects up to 10.87" (276mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sparta, 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 in Sparta. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sparta, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Sparta?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sparta, in December, during 8.9 rainfall days, 0.79" (20mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 4.8 days and typically aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sparta, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sparta have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sparta have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sparta, KY

Average temperature in December - Sparta, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Sparta, KY

Average pressure in December - Sparta, 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 (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sparta, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Sparta, KY

Average humidity in December - Sparta, 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
Sparta, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sparta, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.79"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.55").

Average rainfall days in December
Sparta, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sparta, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sparta, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sparta, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sparta, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sparta, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sparta, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sparta, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sparta, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (13.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Sparta, KY

Average UV index in December - Sparta, 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
Sparta, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sparta, 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
Sparta, KY

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

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

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