December weather forecast
Clinton, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Clinton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 34.9°F (1.6°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). During the month of December, the temperature in Clinton, Kentucky, falls to an average of 34.9°F (1.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, in Clinton, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Clinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.4 days and collects up to 38.78" (985mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Clinton. In Clinton, Kentucky, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Clinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.2 days and aggregates up to 5.51" (140mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Clinton, the average sunshine in December is 4.9h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Clinton?

In Clinton, 47.3°F (8.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.9°F (1.6°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Clinton?

In Clinton, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Clinton?

In December, in Clinton, Kentucky, the rain falls for 11.2 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Clinton in December?

In Clinton, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Clinton?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Clinton.

What is the average length of the day in December in Clinton?

In December, the average day length in Clinton, Kentucky, is 9h and 42min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Clinton?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:08 am and sunset at 4:50 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Clinton have in December?

In Clinton, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Clinton?

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

Average temperature in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Clinton, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Clinton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February, March and April (9.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Clinton, KY

Average humidity in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

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Average rainfall in December
Clinton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.49").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Clinton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Clinton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Clinton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Clinton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Clinton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is April (12.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Clinton, KY

Average UV index in December - Clinton, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Clinton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Clinton, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

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Average visibility in December
Clinton, KY

Average visibility in December - Clinton, 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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