December weather forecast
Tomahawk, KY

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Weather in December

December embodies the heart of winter in Tomahawk, Kentucky with temperatures standing at a chilly high of 45.3°F (7.4°C) and a freezing low of 33.1°F (0.6°C). It's a month of festive celebrations, with residents bundling up in warm clothes to partake in outdoor holiday events. However, increased cloud cover reduces the available daylight hours, further lowering temperatures. Snowfall of 2.8" (71mm) over 6.6 days brings a white Christmas for the residents. Despite this, Tomahawk residents cherish this festive time as they prepare to welcome the new year, even amidst chilly December weather conditions.

Temperature

December in Tomahawk is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Tomahawk, Kentucky, is an icy 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Tomahawk, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Tomahawk are January through April, October through December. In Tomahawk, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.6 snowfall days, and 13.82" (351mm) 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 in Tomahawk, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Tomahawk is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tomahawk. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Tomahawk?

The high-temperature, in December, in Tomahawk, records 45.3°F (7.4°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Tomahawk?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Tomahawk?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tomahawk?

In December, in Tomahawk, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Tomahawk in December?

In Tomahawk, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tomahawk?

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 Tomahawk?

In December, the average day length in Tomahawk, Kentucky, is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Tomahawk?

On the first day of December in Tomahawk, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Tomahawk have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Tomahawk, Kentucky, is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Tomahawk?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Tomahawk?

In Tomahawk, Kentucky, 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
Tomahawk, KY

Average temperature in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average pressure in December - Tomahawk, 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
Tomahawk, KY

Average wind speed in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Tomahawk, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average rainfall in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average snowfall in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tomahawk, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average UV index in December - Tomahawk, 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
Tomahawk, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Tomahawk, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Tomahawk, KY

Average visibility in December - Tomahawk, 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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