December weather forecast
Gordon, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Gordon, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45°F (7.2°C) and 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). Gordon reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) in December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in Gordon is 81%.

Rainfall

In Gordon, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.86" (98mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 197.2 rainfall days, and 44.92" (1141mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In Gordon, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 43 snowfall days, and 23.98" (609mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Gordon, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Gordon, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Gordon is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Gordon?

Gordon in December has an average high-temperature of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Gordon?

The average relative humidity in December in Gordon, Kentucky, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Gordon?

In Gordon, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.86" (98mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Gordon?

In Gordon, in December, during 8.5 snowfall days, 5.59" (142mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gordon?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Gordon.

How many hours of daylight does Gordon have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 40min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Gordon?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Gordon, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Gordon have in December?

In Gordon, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Gordon?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Gordon, KY

Average pressure in December - Gordon, 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 (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Gordon, KY

Average wind speed in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Gordon, KY

Average humidity in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Gordon, KY

Average rainfall in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.86"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.65").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.87").

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Average rainfall days in December
Gordon, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Gordon, KY

Average snowfall in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 5.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.22").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Gordon, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.3 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
Gordon, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gordon, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Gordon, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (7.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Gordon, KY

Average UV index in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Gordon, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Gordon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 62).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 37).

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Average visibility in December
Gordon, KY

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

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

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