December weather forecastPrestonsburg, KY

December

Weather in December

December brings out the winter wonderland charm of Prestonsburg, with snow, frost, and a brisk, cool air. As expected, temperature lows plummet to 33.1°F (0.6°C), reinforcing winter's arrival. With heaps of snowfall decorating the city, it is a sight to behold during the holiday season. Significantly shorter daylight hours epitomize the heart of winter, with cozy fireplaces and warm blankets becoming a necessity. The year comes full circle with December, concluding on a frosty note, and paving the path for a new year.

Temperature

December in Prestonsburg brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Prestonsburg, the expected average low-temperature for December is a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Prestonsburg, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Prestonsburg, there are 181.8 rainfall days, and 33.43" (849mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Prestonsburg are January through April, October through December. In Prestonsburg, in December, during 6.7 snowfall days, 3.23" (82mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Prestonsburg, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.7 days and aggregates up to 14.09" (358mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Prestonsburg, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Prestonsburg, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Be mindful! The reflection from snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twice.

Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

In December, in Prestonsburg, the average high-temperature is 45.5°F (7.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

The average relative humidity in December in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is 79%.

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Prestonsburg, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 3.23" (82mm) of snow.

December has the shortest days of the year in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

In Prestonsburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

On the first day of December in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

The average sunshine duration in December in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is 4.6h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Prestonsburg, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.

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Year J F M A M J J A S O N December

Nov

December

Jan

Average high temperature

54.5°F

45.5°F

40.6°F

Average low temperature

Average pressure

Average wind speed

Average max. wind speed

5.9mph

6.5mph

7mph

Average wind speed gusts

Average humidity

Average rainfall

Average rainfall days

Average snowfall

Average snowfall days

Average daylight

Average sunshine

Average sunshine days

15.7

12.3

10.7

Average UV index

Average cloud cover

Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

Average rainfall days in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average snowfall in December: 3.23"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.62").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min

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 36min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Prestonsburg, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Prestonsburg, KY

Average visibility in December: 5mi

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