December weather forecast
Van Cleave, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Van Cleave, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a cold 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Van Cleave, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 39.72" (1009mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Van Cleave, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.87" (22mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 12.1 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Van Cleave, in December, the average high-temperature is 46.8°F (8.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.3 days. Throughout December, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Van Cleave, in December, snow falls for 2.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.87" (22mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:47 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index 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
Van Cleave, KY

Average temperature in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Van Cleave, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average wind speed in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average humidity in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February, March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average rainfall in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.41").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average snowfall in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.8 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
Van Cleave, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average UV index in December - Van Cleave, 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
Van Cleave, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Van Cleave, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Van Cleave, KY

Average visibility in December - Van Cleave, 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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