December weather forecast
Tiptop, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tiptop, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.1°F (7.3°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Tiptop's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is observed.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Tiptop, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Tiptop, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Tiptop, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Tiptop, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.5 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) 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 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Tiptop, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Tiptop, is 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity in Tiptop are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Tiptop, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Tiptop, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Tiptop in December?

In Tiptop, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tiptop have in December?

In Tiptop, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Tiptop?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Tiptop, KY

Average pressure in December - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

Average wind speed in December - Tiptop, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Tiptop, KY

Average humidity in December - Tiptop, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Tiptop, KY

Average rainfall in December - Tiptop, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Tiptop, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Tiptop, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tiptop, KY

Average snowfall in December - Tiptop, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tiptop, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Tiptop, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tiptop, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tiptop, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Tiptop, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Tiptop, KY

Average UV index in December - Tiptop, 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
Tiptop, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Tiptop, KY

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

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

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