December weather forecast
Pierce, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Pierce, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.8°F (1°C) and max 46°F (7.8°C).

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46°F (7.8°C). Pierce sees an average low-temperature of 33.8°F (1°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Pierce, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.3 days and collects up to 36.93" (938mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Pierce, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Pierce, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.1 days and aggregates up to 7.6" (193mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Pierce.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of December, in Pierce, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Pierce are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Pierce?

The high-temperature during December is 46°F (7.8°C) and the low-temperature is 33.8°F (1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Pierce?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Pierce?

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

How much does it rain in Pierce in December?

In December, in Pierce, Kentucky, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Pierce?

In Pierce, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 4.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Pierce?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Pierce?

On the first day of December in Pierce, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:35 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Pierce have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Pierce?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Pierce 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
Pierce, KY

Average temperature in December - Pierce, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46°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 (41°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Pierce, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Pierce, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Pierce, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Pierce, KY

Average rainfall in December - Pierce, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Pierce, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Pierce, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Pierce, KY

Average snowfall in December - Pierce, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.09").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Pierce, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Pierce, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 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
Pierce, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Pierce, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Pierce, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Pierce, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Pierce, KY

Average UV index in December - Pierce, 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
Pierce, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Pierce, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Pierce, KY

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

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

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