December weather forecast
Walker, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Walker, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 46°F (7.8°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). December sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.3 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 185.2 rainfall days, and 39.88" (1013mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Walker, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 34.4 snowfall days, and 16.34" (415mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Walker, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Walker is 4.8h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In Walker, 46°F (7.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Walker, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Walker?

In Walker, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Walker have in December?

In Walker, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Walker, KY

Average temperature in December - Walker, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Walker, KY

Average pressure in December - Walker, 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
Walker, KY

Average wind speed in December - Walker, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Walker, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Walker, KY

Average rainfall in December - Walker, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Walker, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Walker, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Walker, KY

Average snowfall in December - Walker, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Walker, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Walker, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Walker, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Walker, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Walker, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Walker, KY

Average UV index in December - Walker, 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
Walker, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Walker, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Walker, KY

Average visibility in December - Walker, 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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