December weather forecastHightop, KY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Hightop, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).Temperature
In Hightop, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Nighttime temperature in Hightop, Kentucky, dips to a mean of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In Hightop, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.66" (93mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Hightop, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.9 days and collects up to 39.29" (998mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Hightop, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of snow. In Hightop, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.6 days and aggregates up to 15.43" (392mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Hightop.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Hightop, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Beware! The strength of the UV rays is increased nearly double-fold by the reflection of the snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Hightop, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Hightop, 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 (29.97"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Hightop, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).
Average humidity in December
Hightop, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Hightop, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").
Average rainfall days in December
Hightop, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Hightop, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 3.03"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.45").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Hightop, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Hightop, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 30min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).
Average sunshine days in December
Hightop, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).
Average UV index in December
Hightop, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Hightop, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).
Average visibility in December
Hightop, 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).
