December weather forecast
Wilhurst, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Wilhurst, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Wilhurst records an average temperature drop to a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Wilhurst, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178 rainfall days, and 35.47" (901mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

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

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Wilhurst, is 45°F (7.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Wilhurst?

The average relative humidity in December in Wilhurst, Kentucky, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Wilhurst, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Wilhurst?

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

How many hours of daylight does Wilhurst have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Wilhurst?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Wilhurst, KY

Average temperature in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average pressure in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average wind speed in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average humidity in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average rainfall in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average snowfall in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average UV index in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Wilhurst, 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
Wilhurst, KY

Average visibility in December - Wilhurst, 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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