December weather forecast
Stephens, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Stephens, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.5°F (0.3°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In December, Stephens encounters an average low-temperature of 32.5°F (0.3°C) during the night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Stephens, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.2" (56mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 11.73" (298mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Stephens, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Jul 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Stephens during December are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32.5°F (0.3°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months in Stephens are April and December, with an average 3.07" (78mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Stephens, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Stephens, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of snow is typically 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 Stephens, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Stephens?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November 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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Stephens, KY

Average temperature in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Stephens, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Stephens, KY

Average wind speed in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Stephens, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Stephens, KY

Average rainfall in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and December (3.07").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Stephens, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Stephens, KY

Average snowfall in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.23").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Stephens, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Stephens, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Stephens, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Stephens, KY

Average UV index in December - Stephens, 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
Stephens, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Stephens, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

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
Stephens, KY

Average visibility in December - Stephens, 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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