December weather forecast
Poplar Plains, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Poplar Plains, 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

December's arrival coincides with a soft drop in the average high-temperature, subtly decreasing from November's fresh 52.3°F (11.3°C) to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). During the nights in December, Poplar Plains experiences a consistent average temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Poplar Plains. In December, in Poplar Plains, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.6 snowfall days, and 5.16" (131mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Poplar Plains, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Poplar Plains, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Poplar Plains are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Poplar Plains?

The high-temperature, in December, in Poplar Plains, records 43.5°F (6.4°C), while the low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Poplar Plains?

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 Poplar Plains?

The average relative humidity in December in Poplar Plains, Kentucky, is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Poplar Plains?

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

How much does it snow in Poplar Plains in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.1 days. Throughout December, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

How many hours of daylight does Poplar Plains have in December?

In Poplar Plains, the average day length in December is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Poplar Plains?

On the first day of December in Poplar Plains, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poplar Plains have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Poplar Plains?

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

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

In Poplar Plains, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar Plains, KY

Average temperature in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average pressure in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average wind speed in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average humidity in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average rainfall in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average snowfall in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar Plains, 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
Poplar Plains, KY

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

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

Average visibility in December - Poplar Plains, 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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