December weather forecast
Sutherland, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sutherland, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.4°F (0.8°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). The average temperature during December nights is registered at a cold 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Sutherland, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.48" (63mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.3 rainfall days, and 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.5 snowfall days, and 5.24" (133mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sutherland, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Sutherland?

During December, Sutherland experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sutherland, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sutherland, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Sutherland have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sutherland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sutherland, KY

Average temperature in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Sutherland, KY

Average pressure in December - Sutherland, 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
Sutherland, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Sutherland, KY

Average humidity in December - Sutherland, 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
Sutherland, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Sutherland, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sutherland, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sutherland, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
Sutherland, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sutherland, 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 months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sutherland, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Sutherland, KY

Average UV index in December - Sutherland, 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
Sutherland, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sutherland, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Sutherland, KY

Average visibility in December - Sutherland, 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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