December weather forecast
Barnesburg, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Barnesburg, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 46.4°F (8°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Barnesburg observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Barnesburg records a mean low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Barnesburg, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Barnesburg, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.1 days and collects up to 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 12.32" (313mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. Attention! Nearly twice the Sun's UV radiation can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 46.4°F (8°C) and the low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Barnesburg are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Barnesburg, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) 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.

How many hours of daylight does Barnesburg have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Barnesburg?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What is the month 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading 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
Barnesburg, KY

Average temperature in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average pressure in December - Barnesburg, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average wind speed in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.4mph).

Average humidity in December
Barnesburg, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average rainfall in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average snowfall in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

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
Barnesburg, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Barnesburg, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barnesburg, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average UV index in December - Barnesburg, 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
Barnesburg, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Barnesburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Barnesburg, KY

Average visibility in December - Barnesburg, 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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