December weather forecast
Cowan, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Cowan, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

During Cowan's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In December, Cowan's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during the night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Cowan, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 35.91" (912mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Cowan are January through April, October through December. In Cowan, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. In Cowan, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.1 days and aggregates up to 12.01" (305mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. UV radiation from the Sun is most dangerous during midday; take precautions and seek shade. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Cowan in December?

In December, in Cowan, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Cowan?

The months with the highest humidity in Cowan are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Cowan?

In Cowan, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Cowan in December?

In Cowan, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Cowan in December?

In Cowan, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cowan?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cowan?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cowan, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cowan?

In Cowan, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

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

January, February, November 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 Cowan?

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

Average temperature in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cowan, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cowan, KY

Average wind speed in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cowan, KY

Average humidity in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Cowan, KY

Average rainfall in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cowan, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cowan, KY

Average snowfall in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cowan, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Cowan, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cowan, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cowan, KY

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

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Average cloud cover in December
Cowan, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Cowan, KY

Average visibility in December - Cowan, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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