December weather forecast
Ophir, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout the month of December, the average temperature in Ophir, Kentucky, dips to a wintry 33.1°F (0.6°C) at night.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Ophir are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ophir are January through April, October through December. In December, 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

December has the shortest days of the year, 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 Ophir, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Ophir is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Ophir?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Ophir?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ophir?

The average relative humidity in December in Ophir, Kentucky, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ophir?

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Ophir?

In December, in Ophir, it is snowing for 7.6 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ophir?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ophir have in December?

In Ophir, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Ophir?

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 Ophir, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ophir have in December?

In Ophir, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Ophir?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Ophir?

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

Average temperature in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average pressure in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average humidity in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ophir, 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 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
Ophir, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average UV index in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ophir, 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
Ophir, KY

Average visibility in December - Ophir, 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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