December weather forecast
West Fairview, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Fairview, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The decrease of average high-temperatures is mild in December, with a decline from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Fairview, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In West Fairview, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.5 days and collects up to 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In West Fairview, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

During December, West Fairview experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Fairview, Kentucky, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In West Fairview, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In West Fairview, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Fairview have in December?

In West Fairview, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

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.

How high is the UV index in December?

In West Fairview, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Fairview, KY

Average temperature in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
West Fairview, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Fairview, KY

Average wind speed in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

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
West Fairview, KY

Average humidity in December - West Fairview, 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 August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Fairview, KY

Average rainfall in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
West Fairview, KY

Average rainfall days in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Fairview, KY

Average snowfall in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Fairview, KY

Average snowfall days in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
West Fairview, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Fairview, KY

Average sunshine days in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
West Fairview, KY

Average UV index in December - West Fairview, 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
West Fairview, KY

Average cloud cover in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
West Fairview, KY

Average visibility in December - West Fairview, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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