December weather forecast
Irad, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Irad, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

In Irad, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45°F (7.2°C). During the nights in December, Irad observes an average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Irad, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Irad, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Irad, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Irad, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Irad is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these 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. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Irad in December?

In December, in Irad, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Irad?

The average relative humidity in December in Irad is 80%.

How much does it rain in Irad in December?

In Irad, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Irad?

In Irad, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Irad?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Irad?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Irad?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Irad have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Irad, Kentucky, is 4.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Irad?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Irad is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Irad, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Irad, KY

Average pressure in December - Irad, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is 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
Irad, KY

Average wind speed in December - Irad, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Irad, KY

Average humidity in December - Irad, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Irad, KY

Average rainfall in December - Irad, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Irad, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Irad, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Irad, KY

Average snowfall in December - Irad, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Irad, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Irad, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Irad, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Irad, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Irad, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Irad, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Irad, KY

Average UV index in December - Irad, 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
Irad, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Irad, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Irad, KY

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

The months with the highest visibility are April, June, August, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, July, September and December (5mi).

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