December weather forecast
Wildwood, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Wildwood, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 44.1°F (6.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C) from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C). During December, Wildwood experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Wildwood, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Wildwood, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.9 days and collects up to 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Wildwood, in December, during 5.1 snowfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Wildwood, there are 26.3 snowfall days, and 6.97" (177mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November 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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during 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. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Wildwood, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 5.1 days. Throughout December, 1.22" (31mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wildwood have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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 Wildwood?

In Wildwood, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wildwood, KY

Average temperature in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Wildwood, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Wildwood, KY

Average wind speed in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Wildwood, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Wildwood, KY

Average rainfall in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Wildwood, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Wildwood, KY

Average snowfall in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Wildwood, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Wildwood, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Wildwood, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Wildwood, KY

Average UV index in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Wildwood, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Wildwood, KY

Average visibility in December - Wildwood, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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