December weather forecast
Waterloo, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Waterloo, is still a cold month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and an average high of 42.3°F (5.7°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a slight alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) to a cold 42.3°F (5.7°C). Throughout December, the average low-temperature records at a freezing cold 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Waterloo, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation. In Waterloo, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167 days and collects up to 30.39" (772mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 9.65" (245mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Waterloo, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature during December is 42.3°F (5.7°C) and the low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Waterloo, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Waterloo?

In Waterloo, during December, the rain falls for 12.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Waterloo, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Waterloo.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

What is the month 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.

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Waterloo is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Waterloo, KY

Average temperature in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Waterloo, KY

Average pressure in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Waterloo, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Waterloo, KY

Average humidity in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Waterloo, KY

Average rainfall in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Waterloo, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (9.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Waterloo, KY

Average snowfall in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Waterloo, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Waterloo, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Waterloo, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Waterloo, KY

Average UV index in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Waterloo, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Waterloo, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Waterloo, KY

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

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

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