December weather forecast
Wales, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wales, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.1°F (7.3°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The transition into December subtly indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C) from November's fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C). In the month of December, Wales witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wales, Kentucky, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 201.6 rainfall days, and 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Wales, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, in Wales, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wales, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wales, during December, snow falls for 10 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.43" (138mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wales?

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 in Wales is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Wales?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wales have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Wales, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Wales, KY

Average pressure in December - Wales, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wales, KY

Average wind speed in December - Wales, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Wales, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Wales, KY

Average rainfall in December - Wales, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.66"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Wales, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Wales, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wales, KY

Average snowfall in December - Wales, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wales, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Wales, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 10 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wales, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wales, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Wales, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wales, KY

Average UV index in December - Wales, 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
Wales, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Wales, KY

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

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

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