December weather forecast
Adams, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

With the onset of December, Adams experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature gently receding from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Adams records an average nighttime low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Adams, 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. In Adams, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Adams, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Adams, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Adams are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. 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.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Adams in December?

Adams in December has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Adams?

The average relative humidity in December in Adams is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Adams?

In Adams, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Adams in December?

In Adams, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Adams?

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

How many hours of daylight does Adams have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Adams?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Adams, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Adams?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Adams?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Adams?

In Adams, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Adams, KY

Average temperature in December - Adams, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Adams, KY

Average pressure in December - Adams, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Adams, KY

Average wind speed in December - Adams, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Adams, KY

Average humidity in December - Adams, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Adams, KY

Average rainfall in December - Adams, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Adams, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Adams, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Adams, KY

Average snowfall in December - Adams, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Adams, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Adams, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Adams, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Adams, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Adams, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Adams, KY

Average UV index in December - Adams, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Adams, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Adams, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Adams, KY

Average visibility in December - Adams, 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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