December weather forecast
Bellefonte, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bellefonte, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 32°F (0°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature goes from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average nighttime temperature lowers to a wintry 32°F (0°C) throughout December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Bellefonte, Kentucky.

Rainfall

In Bellefonte, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Bellefonte, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Bellefonte, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow. In Bellefonte, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.7 days and aggregates up to 7.56" (192mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Bellefonte, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Bellefonte, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Bellefonte is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Bellefonte are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December converts into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Bellefonte?

Bellefonte in December has an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Bellefonte?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Bellefonte?

The average relative humidity in December in Bellefonte, Kentucky, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Bellefonte?

In Bellefonte, Kentucky, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Bellefonte in December?

In December, in Bellefonte, Kentucky, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bellefonte?

December has the shortest days of the year in Bellefonte, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Bellefonte have in December?

In Bellefonte, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bellefonte?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bellefonte have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bellefonte, Kentucky, is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bellefonte?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bellefonte?

In Bellefonte, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average temperature in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°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 (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average pressure in December - Bellefonte, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bellefonte, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Bellefonte, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bellefonte, 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 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 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bellefonte, KY

Average UV index in December - Bellefonte, 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
Bellefonte, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bellefonte, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Bellefonte, KY

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

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

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