December weather forecast
Piney, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Piney, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.6°F (0.9°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a shift in temperature, down from a fresh 54.9°F (12.7°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). December brings with it a nighttime average temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C).

Humidity

In Piney, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Piney, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation. In Piney, during the entire year, the rain falls for 143.8 days and collects up to 22.68" (576mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Piney, Kentucky. In Piney, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow. In Piney, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.2 days and aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in Piney, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Piney, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Piney. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Piney in December?

In Piney, 45.5°F (7.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.6°F (0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Piney?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Piney?

In Piney, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 8.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Piney?

In Piney, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Piney?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

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

In December, the average day length in Piney, Kentucky, is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Piney?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, in Piney, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Piney?

In Piney, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Piney?

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

Average temperature in December - Piney, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°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 (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Piney, KY

Average pressure in December - Piney, 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 (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Piney, KY

Average wind speed in December - Piney, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Piney, KY

Average humidity in December - Piney, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Piney, KY

Average rainfall in December - Piney, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.61"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.56").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Piney, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Piney, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Piney, KY

Average snowfall in December - Piney, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Piney, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Piney, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Piney, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Piney, 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 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Piney, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Piney, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Piney, KY

Average UV index in December - Piney, 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
Piney, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Piney, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Piney, KY

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

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

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