December weather forecast
Upton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Upton, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Upton, in December, witnesses an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Upton, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 111.3 rainfall days, and 10.04" (255mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Upton. In December, in Upton, it is snowing for 3.2 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. In Upton, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.4 days and aggregates up to 1.42" (36mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Upton.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Upton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding direct sunlight during midday hours helps reduce the risk from intense UV radiation. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Upton in December?

In Upton, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Upton?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Upton?

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

How much does it rain in Upton in December?

In December, in Upton, Kentucky, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Upton?

In Upton, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Upton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Upton, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Upton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Upton is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Upton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Upton?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Upton.

How many hours of sunshine does Upton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Upton?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Upton, KY

Average pressure in December - Upton, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Upton, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Upton, KY

Average humidity in December - Upton, 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 October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Upton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Upton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Upton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Upton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Upton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Upton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Upton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Upton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Upton, 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 June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Upton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Upton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Upton, KY

Average UV index in December - Upton, 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
Upton, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Upton, KY

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

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

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