December weather forecastEastern, KY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Eastern, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).Temperature
The onset of December brings a small change in high-temperatures, falling from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). Eastern throughout December, records an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Eastern, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Eastern, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.8 days and collects up to 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Eastern, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow. In Eastern, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) 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 Eastern, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Eastern, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°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 (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Eastern, 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
Eastern, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Eastern, KY
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Eastern, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.23"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").
Average rainfall days in December
Eastern, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Eastern, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 3.23"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Eastern, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Eastern, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).
Average sunshine days in December
Eastern, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Eastern, 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
Eastern, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Eastern, KY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April, June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
