December weather forecast
Wells Fork, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wells Fork, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). In December, Wells Fork encounters an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the night.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wells Fork, during December, the rain falls for 13.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Wells Fork, Kentucky, there are 178 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Wells Fork, during December, snow falls for 8.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 39.8 snowfall days, and 17.32" (440mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45°F (7.2°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wells Fork, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Wells Fork, in December, during 8.3 snowfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Wells Fork?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Wells Fork have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wells Fork have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index 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
Wells Fork, KY

Average temperature in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average pressure in December - Wells Fork, 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
Wells Fork, KY

Average wind speed in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average humidity in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average rainfall in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average snowfall in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.35"

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
Wells Fork, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.7 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
Wells Fork, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wells Fork, 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 3min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average UV index in December - Wells Fork, 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
Wells Fork, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Wells Fork, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Wells Fork, KY

Average visibility in December - Wells Fork, 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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