December weather forecast
Sycamore, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sycamore, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32°F (0°C) and max 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout December, Sycamore records an average temperature of 32°F (0°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sycamore, during December, the rain falls for 12 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Sycamore, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sycamore, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Sycamore, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.3 days and aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sycamore, is 44.1°F (6.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sycamore, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Sycamore, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sycamore?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sycamore?

In Sycamore, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sycamore?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sycamore, KY

Average temperature in December - Sycamore, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Sycamore, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Sycamore, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sycamore, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Sycamore, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Sycamore, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sycamore, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Sycamore, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sycamore, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sycamore, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sycamore, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sycamore, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sycamore, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Sycamore, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sycamore, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sycamore, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Sycamore, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Sycamore, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Sycamore, KY

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

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

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