December weather forecast
Barbourville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Barbourville, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

Barbourville's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). In the month of December, Barbourville records a consistent average low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Barbourville, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Barbourville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.2 days and collects up to 39.88" (1013mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Barbourville, Kentucky. In Barbourville, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of snow. In Barbourville, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.4 days and aggregates up to 16.34" (415mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, in Barbourville, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Barbourville. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Barbourville?

The high-temperature, in December, in Barbourville, records 46°F (7.8°C), while the low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Barbourville?

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

How much does it rain in Barbourville in December?

In Barbourville, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 14.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Barbourville?

In December, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Barbourville?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Barbourville, Kentucky.

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

The average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Barbourville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Barbourville, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Barbourville?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Barbourville?

In Barbourville, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Barbourville, KY

Average temperature in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Barbourville, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and 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
Barbourville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Barbourville, KY

Average humidity in December - Barbourville, 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 November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Barbourville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Barbourville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Barbourville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.62"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.8").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Barbourville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Barbourville, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Barbourville, KY

Average UV index in December - Barbourville, 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
Barbourville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Barbourville, KY

Average visibility in December - Barbourville, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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