December weather forecast
Baxter, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Baxter, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.1°F (7.3°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, Baxter records a mild decrease in average high-temperature, moving from a cool 53.6°F (12°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). During the month of December, Baxter's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Baxter, in December, during 14.1 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Baxter, Kentucky, there are 190.4 rainfall days, and 40.28" (1023mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Baxter are January through April, October through December. In Baxter, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. In Baxter, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Baxter, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Baxter, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Baxter. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. To protect against the Sun's most potent rays, avoid direct exposure around midday. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Baxter?

In Baxter, in December, the average high-temperature is 45.1°F (7.3°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Baxter?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in Baxter in December?

In Baxter, in December, it is raining for 14.1 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Baxter in December?

In Baxter, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Baxter?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Baxter?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Baxter, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Baxter have in December?

In Baxter, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Baxter?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Baxter?

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

Average temperature in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Baxter, KY

Average pressure in December - Baxter, 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
Baxter, KY

Average wind speed in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Baxter, KY

Average humidity in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Baxter, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Baxter, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Baxter, KY

Average snowfall in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Baxter, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Baxter, 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 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Baxter, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Baxter, KY

Average UV index in December - Baxter, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Baxter, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Baxter, KY

Average visibility in December - Baxter, 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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