December weather forecast
Tilton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Tilton, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). In Tilton, December is marked by an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Tilton, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Tilton, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Tilton, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Tilton, is 43.5°F (6.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Tilton?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Tilton, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Tilton, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Tilton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Tilton, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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 reading in December?

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Tilton, KY

Average temperature in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Tilton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tilton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tilton, KY

Average humidity in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Tilton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Tilton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tilton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tilton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tilton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Tilton, KY

Average UV index in December - Tilton, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tilton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Tilton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Tilton, KY

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

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

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