December weather forecast
Fords Branch, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fords Branch, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) and an average high of 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Fords Branch in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.9°F (7.7°C). During the month of December, Fords Branch's nighttime temperature lowers to an average of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Fords Branch, Kentucky, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fords Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Fords Branch. In Fords Branch, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Fords Branch, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Fords Branch?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Fords Branch, is 45.9°F (7.7°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Fords Branch?

In December, the average relative humidity in Fords Branch, Kentucky, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Fords Branch in December?

In Fords Branch, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fords Branch in December?

In Fords Branch, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fords Branch?

December has the shortest days of the year in Fords Branch, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Fords Branch?

In Fords Branch, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fords Branch?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fords Branch?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Fords Branch is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fords Branch?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Fords Branch?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fords Branch, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average temperature in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average pressure in December - Fords Branch, 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
Fords Branch, KY

Average wind speed in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average humidity in December - Fords Branch, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average rainfall in December - Fords Branch, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average snowfall in December - Fords Branch, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average UV index in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Fords Branch, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Fords Branch, KY

Average visibility in December - Fords Branch, 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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