December weather forecast
Central City, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Central City, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a cool 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). December witnesses an average low-temperature hovering around a cold 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

In Central City, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Central City, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation. In Central City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Central City, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Central City, there are 19.1 snowfall days, and 6.42" (163mm) 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 6:44 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Central City?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Central City, Kentucky, during December are 45.9°F (7.7°C) and 34°F (1.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Central City?

In December, the average relative humidity in Central City is 78%.

How much does it rain in Central City in December?

In Central City, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Central City?

In Central City, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Central City?

The month with the shortest days in Central City, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Central City have in December?

In Central City, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 39min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Central City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Central City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Central City?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Central City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Central City is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Central City, KY

Average temperature in December - Central City, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°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 (40.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Central City, KY

Average pressure in December - Central City, 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
Central City, KY

Average wind speed in December - Central City, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Central City, KY

Average humidity in December - Central City, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Central City, KY

Average rainfall in December - Central City, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Central City, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Central City, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Central City, KY

Average snowfall in December - Central City, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Central City, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Central City, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 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
Central City, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central City, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Central City, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Central City, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Central City, KY

Average UV index in December - Central City, 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
Central City, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Central City, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Central City, KY

Average visibility in December - Central City, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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