December weather forecast
Whitesville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whitesville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).

Temperature

As November transitions to December, the average high-temperature falls from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). During the nights in December, Whitesville experiences a consistent average temperature of 33.8°F (1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Whitesville, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. In Whitesville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Whitesville, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Whitesville, there are 18.9 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) 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 in Whitesville, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Whitesville, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Whitesville 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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Whitesville?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Whitesville, is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Whitesville?

In Whitesville, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Whitesville in December?

In Whitesville, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Whitesville?

In December, in Whitesville, Kentucky, it is snowing for 3.5 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whitesville?

The month with the shortest days in Whitesville, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Whitesville?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Whitesville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Whitesville?

In Whitesville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Whitesville?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Whitesville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitesville, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whitesville, KY

Average temperature in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitesville, KY

Average pressure in December - Whitesville, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitesville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitesville, KY

Average humidity in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitesville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and April (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitesville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitesville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitesville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
Whitesville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitesville, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitesville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitesville, KY

Average UV index in December - Whitesville, 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
Whitesville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Whitesville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Whitesville, KY

Average visibility in December - Whitesville, 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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