December weather forecast
Highland Heights, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highland Heights, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Highland Heights's weather displays a decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's cool 51.3°F (10.7°C) to a wintry 41.9°F (5.5°C). Highland Heights, during the nights of December, experiences an average temperature drop to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Highland Heights.

Rainfall

In Highland Heights, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Highland Heights, Kentucky, there are 150.9 rainfall days, and 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Highland Heights are January through April, November and December. In Highland Heights, Kentucky, in December, during 4.5 snowfall days, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Highland Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Highland Heights.
On the first day of December in Highland Heights, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Highland Heights, Kentucky. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Highland Heights?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Highland Heights?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Highland Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Highland Heights in December?

In Highland Heights, Kentucky, in December, during 10.4 rainfall days, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Highland Heights in December?

In December, in Highland Heights, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highland Heights?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Highland Heights?

The average day length in December in Highland Heights, Kentucky, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Highland Heights, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Highland Heights?

The average sunshine duration in December in Highland Heights, Kentucky, is 4.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Highland Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Highland Heights?

In Highland Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average temperature in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average pressure in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average wind speed in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average humidity in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average rainfall in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average snowfall in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Highland Heights, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average UV index in December - Highland Heights, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Highland Heights, KY

Average visibility in December - Highland Heights, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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