December weather forecast
Bear Branch, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bear Branch, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.9°F (7.7°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Bear Branch observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). Bear Branch's temperature in December lowers to a consistent average of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Bear Branch, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Bear Branch, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.6 days and collects up to 31.42" (798mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bear Branch are January through April, October through December. In Bear Branch, Kentucky, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 29 snowfall days, and 9.37" (238mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Bear Branch, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Bear Branch, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Bear Branch in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Bear Branch, is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Bear Branch?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bear Branch?

The average relative humidity in December in Bear Branch, Kentucky, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bear Branch?

In Bear Branch, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Bear Branch?

In Bear Branch, in December, during 5.6 snowfall days, 2.28" (58mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bear Branch?

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

How many hours of daylight does Bear Branch have in December?

In December, the average day length in Bear Branch is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Bear Branch?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bear Branch, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Bear Branch?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Bear Branch?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Bear Branch?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bear Branch is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average temperature in December - Bear Branch, 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 (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average pressure in December - Bear Branch, 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
Bear Branch, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average humidity in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Bear Branch, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bear Branch, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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
Bear Branch, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bear Branch, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average UV index in December - Bear Branch, 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
Bear Branch, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bear Branch, 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 31).

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Average visibility in December
Bear Branch, KY

Average visibility in December - Bear Branch, 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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