December weather forecast
Mason, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Mason, is still a cold month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

Mason's weather changes with the onset of December, slightly falling from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a cold 42.4°F (5.8°C). The nighttime temperature, during December, averages of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Mason are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Mason, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.6 rainfall days, and 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Mason, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. In Mason, during the entire year, snow falls for 37 days and aggregates up to 12.87" (327mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Mason is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mason is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Mason in December?

The high-temperature in Mason, Kentucky, during December is 42.4°F (5.8°C) and the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Mason?

The months with the highest humidity in Mason, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Mason?

In Mason, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Mason in December?

In December, in Mason, Kentucky, the rain falls for 11.9 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Mason?

In Mason, in December, snow falls for 8.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mason?

The month with the shortest days in Mason is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Mason have in December?

The average day length in December in Mason, Kentucky, is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Mason?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Mason, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mason?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mason?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Mason?

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

Average temperature in December - Mason, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Mason, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Mason, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Mason, KY

Average humidity in December - Mason, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Mason, KY

Average rainfall in December - Mason, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Mason, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Mason, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Mason, KY

Average snowfall in December - Mason, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Mason, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Mason, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Mason, KY

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Mason, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Mason, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Mason, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Mason, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Mason, 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 29).

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Average visibility in December
Mason, KY

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

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

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