December weather forecastHorse Branch, KY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Horse Branch, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 33.8°F (1°C).Temperature
December's onset brings a slight change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 55°F (12.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Horse Branch experiences an average low-temperature reading of 33.8°F (1°C) throughout December.Humidity
In Horse Branch, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.Rainfall
In Horse Branch, Kentucky, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Horse Branch, during the entire year, the rain falls for 151.8 days and collects up to 25.12" (638mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Horse Branch are January through April, October through December. In Horse Branch, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Horse Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.9 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Horse Branch.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:43 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, in Horse Branch, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Horse Branch. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).
Average pressure in December
Horse Branch, 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 (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).
Average humidity in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).
Average rainfall in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.85"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and April (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.22").
Average rainfall days in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).
Average snowfall in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.47"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.81").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.5 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
Horse Branch, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 30min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Horse Branch, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12 days).
Average UV index in December
Horse Branch, 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
Horse Branch, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 52
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Horse Branch, 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).
