December weather forecast
Pendleton, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Pendleton, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Throughout the December nights, Pendleton encounters a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In Pendleton, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Pendleton, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.6 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pendleton, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 7.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.09" (53mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.6 snowfall days, and 10.2" (259mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of December, in Pendleton, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Pendleton, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pendleton are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Pendleton?

During December, Pendleton experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Pendleton?

In December, the average relative humidity in Pendleton is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Pendleton?

In Pendleton, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 3.03" (77mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Pendleton in December?

In Pendleton, Kentucky, in December, during 7.5 snowfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pendleton?

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

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

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pendleton?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Pendleton?

The average sunshine duration in December in Pendleton, Kentucky, is 4.3h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Pendleton?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Pendleton, KY

Average temperature in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pendleton, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pendleton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pendleton, KY

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Pendleton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.81").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pendleton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pendleton, KY

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pendleton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.5 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pendleton, 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 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Pendleton, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Pendleton, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pendleton, KY

Average UV index in December - Pendleton, 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
Pendleton, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Pendleton, KY

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

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

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