December weather forecast
Manitou, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Manitou, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Manitou records an average nighttime low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Manitou is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Manitou, Kentucky, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Manitou are January through April, November and December. In Manitou, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Manitou, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.8 days and aggregates up to 2.91" (74mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, in Manitou, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Manitou, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Manitou are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Manitou in December?

In Manitou, 45.9°F (7.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 34°F (1.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Manitou?

In December, the average relative humidity in Manitou is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Manitou?

In Manitou, Kentucky, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Manitou?

In Manitou, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Manitou?

December has the shortest days of the year in Manitou, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Manitou?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Manitou, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Manitou have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Manitou, Kentucky, is 4.7h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Manitou?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Manitou, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Manitou, KY

Average temperature in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Manitou, KY

Average pressure in December - Manitou, 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
Manitou, KY

Average wind speed in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Manitou, KY

Average humidity in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Manitou, KY

Average rainfall in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (2.4").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.02").

Average rainfall days in December
Manitou, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Manitou, KY

Average snowfall in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Manitou, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Manitou, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Manitou, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Manitou, KY

Average UV index in December - Manitou, 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
Manitou, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Manitou, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Manitou, KY

Average visibility in December - Manitou, 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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