December weather forecast
Columbia, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Columbia, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December brings a small shift in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Columbia reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Columbia, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Columbia, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.3 days and collects up to 38.27" (972mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Columbia, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 25.3 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Columbia, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Columbia. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Columbia in December?

Columbia in December has an average high-temperature of 46.2°F (7.9°C) and an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Columbia?

The months with the highest humidity in Columbia are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Columbia?

The average relative humidity in December in Columbia, Kentucky, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Columbia?

In Columbia, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Columbia?

In Columbia, Kentucky, in December, during 4.9 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Columbia?

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

How many hours of daylight does Columbia have in December?

In Columbia, the average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Columbia?

On the first day of December in Columbia, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Columbia have in December?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Columbia?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Columbia?

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

Average temperature in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Columbia, KY

Average pressure in December - Columbia, 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
Columbia, KY

Average wind speed in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Columbia, KY

Average humidity in December - Columbia, 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 October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Columbia, KY

Average rainfall in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.31"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

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Average rainfall days in December
Columbia, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Columbia, KY

Average snowfall in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.68").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Columbia, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 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
Columbia, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Columbia, 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 August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Columbia, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Columbia, KY

Average UV index in December - Columbia, 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
Columbia, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

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

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Average visibility in December
Columbia, KY

Average visibility in December - Columbia, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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