December weather forecast
Sutton, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sutton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Nighttime temperatures hover around an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) in December.

Humidity

In Sutton, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Sutton, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sutton, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sutton, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature in Sutton during December is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sutton, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sutton in December?

In Sutton, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sutton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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 reading in December?

In Sutton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Sutton, KY

Average temperature in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Sutton, KY

Average pressure in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sutton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Sutton, KY

Average humidity in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Sutton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Sutton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sutton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sutton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sutton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sutton, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sutton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Sutton, KY

Average UV index in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Sutton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Sutton, KY

Average visibility in December - Sutton, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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