December weather forecast
Oil Springs, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Oil Springs, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The move into December indicates a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's fresh 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is observed in Oil Springs, Kentucky.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Oil Springs.

Rainfall

In Oil Springs, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In Oil Springs, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.7 days and collects up to 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Oil Springs. In December, in Oil Springs, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.5 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Oil Springs is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Oil Springs, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Oil Springs?

During December, Oil Springs experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Oil Springs?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Oil Springs?

In December, the average relative humidity in Oil Springs, Kentucky, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Oil Springs?

In Oil Springs, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Oil Springs in December?

In Oil Springs, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Oil Springs?

December has the shortest days of the year in Oil Springs, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Oil Springs have in December?

The average day length in December in Oil Springs is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Oil Springs?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Oil Springs, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Oil Springs have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Oil Springs is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Oil Springs?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Oil Springs?

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

Average temperature in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average pressure in December - Oil Springs, 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
Oil Springs, KY

Average wind speed in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average humidity in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average rainfall in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average snowfall in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Oil Springs, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Oil Springs, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average UV index in December - Oil Springs, 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
Oil Springs, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Oil Springs, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Oil Springs, KY

Average visibility in December - Oil Springs, 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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