December weather forecast
Poplar Flat, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Poplar Flat, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.1°F (5.6°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival coincides with a drop in the average high-temperature, decreasing from November's fresh 52°F (11.1°C) to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). In Poplar Flat, an average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Poplar Flat, the rain falls for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Poplar Flat, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Poplar Flat. In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Poplar Flat, Kentucky, is 4.2h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be dangerous due to its intense radiation; always find shade and reduce exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Poplar Flat?

The high-temperature, in December, in Poplar Flat, records 42.1°F (5.6°C), while the low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is estimated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Poplar Flat?

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

How much does it rain in Poplar Flat in December?

In Poplar Flat, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Poplar Flat in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.3 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poplar Flat?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Poplar Flat?

In Poplar Flat, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Poplar Flat?

On the first day of December in Poplar Flat, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:33 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 long on average sun shines in December in Poplar Flat?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Poplar Flat is 4.2h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Poplar Flat?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Poplar Flat?

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 Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average temperature in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Poplar Flat, KY

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

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Average wind speed in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average wind speed in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average humidity in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average rainfall in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

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Average rainfall days in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average snowfall in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Poplar Flat, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar Flat, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Poplar Flat, KY

Average UV index in December - Poplar Flat, 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
Poplar Flat, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Poplar Flat, 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
Poplar Flat, KY

Average visibility in December - Poplar Flat, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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