December weather forecast
Sulphur Lick, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sulphur Lick, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.7°F (1.5°C) and an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a mild 55.8°F (13.2°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an icy 34.7°F (1.5°C) in December.

Humidity

The most humid month in Sulphur Lick is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 182.5 rainfall days, and 41.85" (1063mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sulphur Lick, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Sulphur Lick, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.4 days and aggregates up to 8.82" (224mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sulphur Lick, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Jun 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sulphur Lick?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month in Sulphur Lick is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sulphur Lick, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Sulphur Lick, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) 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 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sulphur Lick have in December?

In Sulphur Lick, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average temperature in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°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 (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average pressure in December - Sulphur Lick, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average humidity in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.58"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.4").

Average rainfall days in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.7 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
Sulphur Lick, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average UV index in December - Sulphur Lick, 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
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sulphur Lick, KY

Average visibility in December - Sulphur Lick, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

The months with the highest visibility are February, March, April, June, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, May, July and August (5mi).

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