December weather forecastDrakesboro, KY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Drakesboro, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C).Temperature
Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Throughout December, Drakesboro registers a consistent average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).Humidity
In Drakesboro, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.Rainfall
In December, in Drakesboro, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Drakesboro, during the entire year, the rain falls for 165 days and collects up to 31.57" (802mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. In Drakesboro, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.1 days and aggregates up to 6.42" (163mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.8°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Drakesboro, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph
The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.56"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.35").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").
Average rainfall days in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.75"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Drakesboro, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Drakesboro, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
Drakesboro, 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).
