December weather forecast
Sullivan, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sullivan, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

A subtle decrease in the average high-temperature marks December, falling from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December, Sullivan observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sullivan, during the entire year, the rain falls for 136.4 days and collects up to 20" (508mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Sullivan, during December, snow falls for 3.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.28" (7mm) of snow. In Sullivan, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.2 days and aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Sullivan, Kentucky, 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.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Sullivan is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sullivan, Kentucky. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Sullivan in December?

In Sullivan, 45.1°F (7.3°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.3°F (0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sullivan?

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

How much does it rain in Sullivan in December?

In December, in Sullivan, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sullivan?

In Sullivan, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sullivan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sullivan have in December?

The average day length in December in Sullivan is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sullivan?

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 Sullivan have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Sullivan, Kentucky, is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sullivan?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sullivan?

In Sullivan, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sullivan, KY

Average temperature in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average pressure in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average humidity in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average UV index in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sullivan, 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
Sullivan, KY

Average visibility in December - Sullivan, 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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