December weather forecast
Wheel, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Wheel, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.8°F (8.2°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December corresponds with a decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 46.8°F (8.2°C) from a refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C). Wheel records an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Wheel, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation. In Wheel, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 2 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Wheel is 4.9h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Wheel in December?

The high-temperature in Wheel during December is 46.8°F (8.2°C) and the low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wheel, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Wheel, during December, snow falls for 2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Wheel, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Wheel have in December?

In Wheel, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Wheel?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
Average humidity
Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Wheel, KY

Average temperature in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Wheel, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wheel, KY

Average wind speed in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Wheel, KY

Average humidity in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Wheel, KY

Average rainfall in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Wheel, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wheel, KY

Average snowfall in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wheel, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Wheel, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wheel, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Wheel, KY

Average UV index in December - Wheel, 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
Wheel, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Wheel, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Wheel, KY

Average visibility in December - Wheel, 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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