December weather forecast
Ruddels Mills, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ruddels Mills, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 31.5°F (-0.3°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Ruddels Mills, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ruddels Mills, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. In Ruddels Mills, during December, snow falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.65" (42mm) of snow. In Ruddels Mills, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.2 days and aggregates up to 11.42" (290mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ruddels Mills, is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ruddels Mills?

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

How much does it rain in Ruddels Mills in December?

In Ruddels Mills, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ruddels Mills, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ruddels Mills have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Ruddels Mills, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average temperature in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average humidity in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ruddels Mills, 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average UV index in December - Ruddels Mills, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Ruddels Mills, KY

Average visibility in December - Ruddels Mills, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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