December weather forecast
Big Clifty, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Big Clifty, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's fresh 54.3°F (12.4°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). Big Clifty's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 33.4°F (0.8°C) during the nights of December.

Humidity

In Big Clifty, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Big Clifty, in December, it is raining for 11.8 days, with typically 2.28" (58mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 158.9 rainfall days, and 30.08" (764mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Big Clifty, in December, snow falls for 4.6 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Big Clifty, during the entire year, snow falls for 23.3 days and aggregates up to 6.54" (166mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Big Clifty, Kentucky, is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Big Clifty are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Big Clifty?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 33.4°F (0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Big Clifty?

In Big Clifty, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Big Clifty?

In Big Clifty, during December, the rain falls for 11.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.28" (58mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Big Clifty in December?

In Big Clifty, in December, during 4.6 snowfall days, 1.02" (26mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Big Clifty?

December has the shortest days of the year in Big Clifty, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Big Clifty have in December?

In December, the average day length in Big Clifty is 9h and 37min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Big Clifty?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:36 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Big Clifty have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Big Clifty is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Big Clifty?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Big Clifty?

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

Average temperature in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average pressure in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average wind speed in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.1mph).

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Average humidity in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average humidity in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average rainfall in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.28"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average snowfall in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Big Clifty, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Big Clifty, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (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
Big Clifty, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average UV index in December - Big Clifty, 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
Big Clifty, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Big Clifty, KY

Average visibility in December - Big Clifty, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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