December weather forecast
Bedford, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cold month in Bedford, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Arrival of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Bedford are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Bedford, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Bedford, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Bedford, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.5 days and aggregates up to 8.74" (222mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bedford.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Bedford?

In Bedford, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Bedford?

The months with the highest humidity in Bedford, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Bedford?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bedford?

In Bedford, in December, during 12 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bedford?

In December, in Bedford, Kentucky, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bedford?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bedford, Kentucky.

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

In December, the average day length in Bedford, Kentucky, is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bedford?

On the first day of December in Bedford, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bedford have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Bedford is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Bedford?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Bedford is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bedford, KY

Average temperature in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°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 (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bedford, KY

Average pressure in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bedford, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bedford, KY

Average humidity in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bedford, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bedford, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bedford, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bedford, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Bedford, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Bedford, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bedford, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are June, July 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
Bedford, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bedford, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Bedford, KY

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

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

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