December weather forecast
Welchs Creek, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Welchs Creek, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.2°F (7.9°C) and min 34.3°F (1.3°C).

Temperature

A mild shift in the average high-temperature occurs in December, reducing from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Welchs Creek experiences a consistent average temperature of 34.3°F (1.3°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Welchs Creek are February, March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Welchs Creek, Kentucky, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Welchs Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.2 days and collects up to 29.88" (759mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Welchs Creek. In Welchs Creek, in December, during 2.1 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Welchs Creek, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.9 days and aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of snow.

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 6:42 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Welchs Creek, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February 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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Welchs Creek in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Welchs Creek are 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 34.3°F (1.3°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Welchs Creek?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Welchs Creek?

In Welchs Creek, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Welchs Creek?

In Welchs Creek, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 2.32" (59mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Welchs Creek?

In Welchs Creek, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 2.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Welchs Creek?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Welchs Creek.

How many hours of daylight does Welchs Creek have in December?

The average day length in December in Welchs Creek is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Welchs Creek?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Welchs Creek?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Welchs Creek, Kentucky, is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Welchs Creek?

The months with the lowest UV index in Welchs Creek, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Welchs Creek?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Welchs Creek, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average temperature in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Welchs Creek, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average wind speed in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average humidity in December - Welchs Creek, 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 (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average rainfall in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.32"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average snowfall in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.5 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
Welchs Creek, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Welchs Creek, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average UV index in December - Welchs Creek, 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
Welchs Creek, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Welchs Creek, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Welchs Creek, KY

Average visibility in December - Welchs Creek, 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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