December weather forecast
Handshoe, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Handshoe, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45.5°F (7.5°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Handshoe, an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Handshoe, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. In Handshoe, 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 December, in Handshoe, it is snowing for 6.7 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is accumulated. In Handshoe, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Handshoe is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. To avoid the Sun's strongest rays, limit exposure around the mid-day period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Handshoe?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Handshoe, is 45.5°F (7.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Handshoe?

In Handshoe, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Handshoe in December?

In December, in Handshoe, Kentucky, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Handshoe in December?

In Handshoe, Kentucky, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Handshoe?

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

How many hours of daylight does Handshoe have in December?

The average day length in December in Handshoe, Kentucky, is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Handshoe?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Handshoe, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Handshoe?

The average sunshine duration in December in Handshoe, Kentucky, is 4.6h.

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

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 Handshoe?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Handshoe is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Handshoe, KY

Average temperature in December - Handshoe, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Handshoe, KY

Average pressure in December - Handshoe, 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
Handshoe, KY

Average wind speed in December - Handshoe, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Handshoe, KY

Average humidity in December - Handshoe, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Handshoe, KY

Average rainfall in December - Handshoe, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Handshoe, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Handshoe, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Handshoe, KY

Average snowfall in December - Handshoe, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Handshoe, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Handshoe, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Handshoe, 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 4min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Handshoe, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Handshoe, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Handshoe, KY

Average UV index in December - Handshoe, 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
Handshoe, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Handshoe, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Handshoe, KY

Average visibility in December - Handshoe, 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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