December weather forecast
Zelda, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Zelda, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December signals a gentle decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Zelda, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Zelda, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. In Zelda, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.2 days and aggregates up to 13.35" (339mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Zelda, is 45°F (7.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Zelda?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Zelda, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Zelda?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Zelda have in December?

In Zelda, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°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 (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Zelda, KY

Average pressure in December - Zelda, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Zelda, KY

Average wind speed in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Zelda, KY

Average humidity in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Zelda, KY

Average rainfall in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Zelda, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Zelda, KY

Average snowfall in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Zelda, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Zelda, 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 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 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Zelda, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Zelda, KY

Average UV index in December - Zelda, 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
Zelda, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Zelda, KY

Average visibility in December - Zelda, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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