Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the commencement of December, Drift records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a cold 33.3°F (0.7°C) on average during December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Drift, Kentucky, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Drift, Kentucky. In December, in Drift, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Drift, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 36.4 days and aggregates up to 15.24" (387mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Drift, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Frequently asked questions
What are the temperatures in Drift in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Drift?
How many days does it rain in December in Drift?
How much does it snow in Drift in December?
What is the month with the shortest days in Drift?
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When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Drift?
How many hours of sunshine does Drift have in December?
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Average temperature in December
Drift, 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 (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in December
Drift, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Drift, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Drift, KY
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Drift, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.35"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").
Average rainfall days in December
Drift, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Drift, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Drift, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Drift, 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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Drift, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Drift, KY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Drift, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Drift, KY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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