December weather forecast
West Side Heights, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in West Side Heights, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

As December begins, there is a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). West Side Heights, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In West Side Heights, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In West Side Heights, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 145.5 rainfall days, and 21.85" (555mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In West Side Heights, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 12.8 snowfall days, and 2.91" (74mm) 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 6:46 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Side Heights. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Midday is when the Sun's radiation is strongest; avoid prolonged exposure during this time. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jun 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in West Side Heights, records 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

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

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.4 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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?

In West Side Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Side Heights?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Side Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December in West Side Heights?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Side Heights, KY

Average temperature in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average pressure in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average wind speed in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average humidity in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average rainfall in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average rainfall days in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average snowfall in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average snowfall days in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average sunshine days in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average UV index in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average cloud cover in December - West Side Heights, 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
West Side Heights, KY

Average visibility in December - West Side Heights, 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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