December weather forecast
Stanhope, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Stanhope, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) and an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

Stanhope's December weather shows a moderate shift in high-temperatures, falling from November's fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Stanhope, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a cold 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Stanhope, in December, it is raining for 8.9 days, with typically 1.61" (41mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 143.8 rainfall days, and 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Stanhope. In Stanhope, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.2 snowfall days, and 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Stanhope, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Stanhope in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 33.6°F (0.9°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Stanhope, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Stanhope, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Stanhope have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanhope have in December?

In Stanhope, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanhope, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stanhope, KY

Average wind speed in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanhope, KY

Average humidity in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanhope, KY

Average rainfall in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanhope, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stanhope, KY

Average snowfall in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stanhope, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 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
Stanhope, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanhope, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stanhope, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanhope, KY

Average UV index in December - Stanhope, 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
Stanhope, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Stanhope, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Stanhope, KY

Average visibility in December - Stanhope, 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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