December weather forecast
Ligon, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ligon, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Ligon's average low-temperature in December is measured at a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Ligon, Kentucky, is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ligon are January through April, October through December. In December, in Ligon, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ligon, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Ligon, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ligon, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December 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 Ligon, Kentucky. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ligon?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Ligon, is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Ligon?

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

How much does it rain in Ligon in December?

In Ligon, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Ligon?

In Ligon, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ligon?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ligon have in December?

In December, the average day length in Ligon, Kentucky, is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ligon?

On the first day of December in Ligon, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ligon?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Ligon is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ligon?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ligon?

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

Average temperature in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°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 (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ligon, KY

Average pressure in December - Ligon, 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
Ligon, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ligon, KY

Average humidity in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ligon, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ligon, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ligon, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ligon, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Ligon, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ligon, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ligon, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ligon, KY

Average UV index in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Ligon, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ligon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Ligon, KY

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

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

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