December weather forecast
Defiance, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Defiance, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is recorded during the nights in December in Defiance.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Defiance, Kentucky, 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 Defiance, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Defiance, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, in Defiance, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Defiance is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Defiance, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Defiance?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Defiance, is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Defiance?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Defiance?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Defiance?

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

How many days does it snow in December in Defiance?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Defiance?

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

How many hours of daylight does Defiance have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Defiance?

On the first day of December in Defiance, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Defiance?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Defiance?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Defiance?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Defiance is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Defiance, KY

Average temperature in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average pressure in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average wind speed in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average humidity in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average rainfall in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average snowfall in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Defiance, 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 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
Defiance, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average UV index in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Defiance, 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
Defiance, KY

Average visibility in December - Defiance, 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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