December weather forecast
Waltersville, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Waltersville, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 44.8°F (7.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 44.8°F (7.1°C). During the month of December, Waltersville experiences a steady low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Waltersville, Kentucky, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Waltersville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.3 days and collects up to 34.33" (872mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Waltersville, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 2.28" (58mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 11.69" (297mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Waltersville, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

During December, Waltersville experiences an average high-temperature of 44.8°F (7.1°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Waltersville, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days in Waltersville 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 is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Waltersville, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Waltersville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Waltersville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Waltersville, KY

Average temperature in December - Waltersville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Waltersville, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waltersville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Waltersville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Waltersville, KY

Average humidity in December - Waltersville, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Waltersville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Waltersville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Waltersville, KY

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

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waltersville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Waltersville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waltersville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Waltersville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 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
Waltersville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waltersville, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waltersville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Waltersville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Waltersville, KY

Average UV index in December - Waltersville, 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
Waltersville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Waltersville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Waltersville, KY

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

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

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