December weather forecast
Petersville, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Petersville, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature slightly decreases in December, shifting from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Throughout December, Petersville anticipates an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Petersville, Kentucky, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petersville, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Petersville are January through April, October through December. In Petersville, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow. In Petersville, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Petersville is 4.1h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. Experience reduced UV exposure by about half when donning a wide-brim hat. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Petersville?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Petersville are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Petersville?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Petersville?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Petersville?

In Petersville, Kentucky, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Petersville?

In Petersville, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Petersville?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length in Petersville is 9h and 32min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Petersville?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Petersville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Petersville, Kentucky, is 4.1h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Petersville?

In Petersville, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Petersville, KY

Average temperature in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Petersville, KY

Average pressure in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Petersville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Petersville, KY

Average humidity in December - Petersville, 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 (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Petersville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Petersville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Petersville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Petersville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Petersville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Petersville, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Petersville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Petersville, KY

Average UV index in December - Petersville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Petersville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Petersville, 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
Petersville, KY

Average visibility in December - Petersville, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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