December weather forecast
Gallup, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Gallup, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45°F (7.2°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

Transition into December subtly marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moderately moving from a fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Gallup anticipates an average minimum temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Gallup is 80%.

Rainfall

In Gallup, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Gallup, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.7 days and collects up to 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Gallup, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Gallup, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, in Gallup, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Gallup, Kentucky. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Gallup?

In Gallup, in December, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gallup?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gallup?

In Gallup, Kentucky, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gallup?

In Gallup, Kentucky, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.56" (65mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gallup?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gallup, Kentucky.

How many hours of daylight does Gallup have in December?

In December, the average day length in Gallup, Kentucky, is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gallup?

On the first day of December in Gallup, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gallup have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Gallup, Kentucky, is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Gallup?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gallup?

In Gallup, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gallup, KY

Average temperature in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gallup, KY

Average pressure in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Gallup, KY

Average wind speed in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gallup, KY

Average humidity in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Gallup, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gallup, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gallup, KY

Average snowfall in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gallup, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Gallup, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gallup, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gallup, KY

Average UV index in December - Gallup, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gallup, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Gallup, KY

Average visibility in December - Gallup, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).

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