December weather forecast
Summersville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Summersville, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 46°F (7.8°C) and an average low of 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a minor reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In Summersville, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a cold 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Summersville, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Summersville, there are 172.3 rainfall days, and 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Summersville, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Summersville, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.1 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of December, in Summersville, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Summersville. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Summersville, is 46°F (7.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°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?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Summersville, in December, snow falls for 4.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Summersville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Summersville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What are the months with 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?

In Summersville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Summersville, KY

Average temperature in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°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 (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°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 (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Summersville, KY

Average pressure in December - Summersville, 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
Summersville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Summersville, KY

Average humidity in December - Summersville, 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 October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Summersville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Summersville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Summersville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Summersville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 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
Summersville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Summersville, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Summersville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Summersville, KY

Average UV index in December - Summersville, 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
Summersville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Summersville, KY

Average visibility in December - Summersville, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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