December weather forecast
Buckhorn, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Buckhorn, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). During the nights in December, the temperature in Buckhorn averages to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Buckhorn.

Rainfall

In Buckhorn, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation. In Buckhorn, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Buckhorn, Kentucky. In Buckhorn, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Buckhorn, Kentucky, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Buckhorn is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Buckhorn are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always be shielded from long periods of sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Buckhorn?

The high-temperature, in December, in Buckhorn, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Buckhorn?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Buckhorn.

What is the average humidity in December in Buckhorn?

In December, the average relative humidity in Buckhorn, Kentucky, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Buckhorn in December?

In Buckhorn, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 11.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Buckhorn in December?

In Buckhorn, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Buckhorn?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Buckhorn, Kentucky.

How many hours of daylight does Buckhorn have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Buckhorn?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, in Buckhorn, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Buckhorn?

In Buckhorn, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Buckhorn?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average temperature in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°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 (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average pressure in December - Buckhorn, 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
Buckhorn, KY

Average wind speed in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average humidity in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average rainfall in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average snowfall in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Buckhorn, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buckhorn, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Buckhorn, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Buckhorn, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Buckhorn, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Buckhorn, KY

Average visibility in December - Buckhorn, 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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