December weather forecast
Sturgis, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sturgis, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, Sturgis experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). In Sturgis, the expected average low-temperature for December is an icy 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Sturgis, Kentucky, is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sturgis, in December, during 9.5 rainfall days, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 136.4 rainfall days, and 20" (508mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.2 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) 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 6:48 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jul 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sturgis in December?

In Sturgis, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is calculated to be 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 Sturgis, in December, it is raining for 9.5 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sturgis, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Sturgis have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sturgis?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sturgis have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months 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.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sturgis?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sturgis, KY

Average temperature in December - Sturgis, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°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 (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°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 (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Sturgis, KY

Average pressure in December - Sturgis, 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
Sturgis, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sturgis, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Sturgis, KY

Average humidity in December - Sturgis, 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
Sturgis, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sturgis, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

Average rainfall days in December
Sturgis, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sturgis, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sturgis, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sturgis, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sturgis, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sturgis, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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
Sturgis, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sturgis, 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 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Sturgis, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sturgis, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Sturgis, KY

Average UV index in December - Sturgis, 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
Sturgis, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sturgis, 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 28).

Average visibility in December
Sturgis, KY

Average visibility in December - Sturgis, 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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