December weather forecast
Doughton, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Doughton, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). Doughton temperatures generally rest at a low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Doughton, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Doughton, Kentucky, there are 169.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Doughton are January through April, October through December. In December, in Doughton, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. In Doughton, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) 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 December in Doughton, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Doughton is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Doughton?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Doughton, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Doughton?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Doughton?

The average relative humidity in December in Doughton is 81%.

How much does it rain in Doughton in December?

In Doughton, Kentucky, in December, during 11.9 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Doughton in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Doughton?

The month with the shortest days in Doughton is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Doughton have in December?

In December, the average day length in Doughton is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Doughton?

On the first day of December in Doughton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Doughton have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Doughton?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Doughton?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average temperature in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Doughton, KY

Average pressure in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Doughton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

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 (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Doughton, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Doughton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Doughton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Doughton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Doughton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 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
Doughton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Doughton, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (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
Doughton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Doughton, KY

Average UV index in December - Doughton, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Doughton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Doughton, 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
Doughton, KY

Average visibility in December - Doughton, 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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