December weather forecast
Stanton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Stanton, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.8°F (7.1°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). Stanton's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.3 rainfall days, and 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Stanton, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) 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 7:32 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stanton, 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 Stanton, Kentucky. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Stanton, is 44.8°F (7.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°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 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Stanton, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Stanton, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Stanton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Stanton, KY

Average temperature in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Stanton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stanton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Stanton, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Stanton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Stanton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stanton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stanton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Stanton, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stanton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Stanton, KY

Average UV index in December - Stanton, 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
Stanton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Stanton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

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
Stanton, KY

Average visibility in December - Stanton, 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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