December weather forecast
Benham, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Benham, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

The onset of December is marked by a minor decrease in temperature, transitioning from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). During the month of December, an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) is recorded.

Humidity

In Benham, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Benham, during the entire year, the rain falls for 197.2 days and collects up to 44.92" (1141mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Benham, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 5.59" (142mm) of snow. In Benham, during the entire year, snow falls for 43 days and aggregates up to 23.98" (609mm) 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 December in Benham, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Benham are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Benham?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and a low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Benham?

In Benham, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Benham in December?

In Benham, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Benham in December?

In Benham, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 8.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 5.59" (142mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Benham?

The month with the shortest days in Benham is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Benham have in December?

In Benham, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Benham?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Benham?

The average sunshine duration in December in Benham is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Benham?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Benham?

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

Average temperature in December - Benham, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Benham, KY

Average pressure in December - Benham, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Benham, KY

Average wind speed in December - Benham, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Benham, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Benham, KY

Average rainfall in December - Benham, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Benham, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Benham, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Benham, KY

Average snowfall in December - Benham, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Benham, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Benham, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Benham, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Benham, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Benham, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Benham, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Benham, KY

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

The month with the highest UV index is June (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
Benham, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Benham, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Benham, KY

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

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

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