December weather forecast
Prestonville, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Prestonville, is still a cold month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 42.4°F (5.8°C).

Temperature

In Prestonville, the beginning of December is marked by a lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's fresh 52.2°F (11.2°C) to an icy 42.4°F (5.8°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 174.2 rainfall days, and 36.1" (917mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Prestonville, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.69" (43mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 29.5 snowfall days, and 8.74" (222mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Prestonville, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Prestonville, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Prestonville, Kentucky, is 4.3h.

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 minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in Prestonville in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Prestonville, is 42.4°F (5.8°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Prestonville?

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 Prestonville?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Prestonville in December?

In Prestonville, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Prestonville?

In Prestonville, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 1.69" (43mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Prestonville?

The month with the shortest days in Prestonville, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Prestonville is 9h and 31min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Prestonville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Prestonville, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Prestonville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Prestonville is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Prestonville?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Prestonville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Prestonville is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Prestonville, KY

Average temperature in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°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 (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Prestonville, KY

Average pressure in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Prestonville, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Prestonville, KY

Average humidity in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Prestonville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Prestonville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Prestonville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.69"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.52").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Prestonville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.4 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
Prestonville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Prestonville, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Prestonville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Prestonville, KY

Average UV index in December - Prestonville, 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
Prestonville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Prestonville, KY

Average visibility in December - Prestonville, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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