December weather forecast
Thruston, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Thruston, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C) and an average high of 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a fresh 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). During December, Thruston consistently records a temperature low averaging an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Thruston, in December, it is raining for 10.5 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.5 rainfall days, and 30.67" (779mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Thruston, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Thruston, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 6.1" (155mm) 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 6:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in Thruston in December?

In Thruston, in December, during 10.5 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Thruston have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Thruston, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°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 (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°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 (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Thruston, KY

Average pressure in December - Thruston, 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
Thruston, KY

Average wind speed in December - Thruston, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Thruston, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Thruston, KY

Average rainfall in December - Thruston, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Thruston, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Thruston, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Thruston, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Thruston, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Thruston, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 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
Thruston, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thruston, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Thruston, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Thruston, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Thruston, KY

Average UV index in December - Thruston, 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
Thruston, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Thruston, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Thruston, KY

Average visibility in December - Thruston, 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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