December weather forecast
Gilpin, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Gilpin, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34°F (1.1°C) and 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The onset of December results in a small decrease in the average high-temperature, moderately receding from a cool 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). Gilpin witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) throughout December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Gilpin, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gilpin, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.4 days and collects up to 41.46" (1053mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Gilpin, Kentucky. In Gilpin, during December, snow falls for 5.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.69" (43mm) of snow. In Gilpin, during the entire year, snow falls for 29.8 days and aggregates up to 11.97" (304mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Gilpin is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gilpin, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Gilpin, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. 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 average December temperature in Gilpin?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Gilpin, is 46.6°F (8.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Gilpin?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months in Gilpin.

What is the average humidity in December in Gilpin?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gilpin?

In Gilpin, in December, during 13.8 rainfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Gilpin?

In Gilpin, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gilpin?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Gilpin?

The average day length in December in Gilpin is 9h and 39min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Gilpin?

On the first day of December in Gilpin, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Gilpin?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Gilpin?

In Gilpin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Gilpin, KY

Average temperature in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gilpin, KY

Average pressure in December - Gilpin, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Gilpin, KY

Average wind speed in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gilpin, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gilpin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gilpin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gilpin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.7").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gilpin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Gilpin, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilpin, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gilpin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gilpin, KY

Average UV index in December - Gilpin, 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
Gilpin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Gilpin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Gilpin, KY

Average visibility in December - Gilpin, 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).

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