December weather forecast
Raccoon, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Raccoon, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C) from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C). Raccoon observes an average nighttime temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during December.

Humidity

In Raccoon, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Raccoon, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Raccoon, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.3 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Raccoon, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 6.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.87" (73mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Raccoon, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Raccoon, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Raccoon, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Raccoon, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Raccoon in December?

In December, in Raccoon, the average high-temperature is 45.9°F (7.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Raccoon?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Raccoon?

In Raccoon, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Raccoon?

In Raccoon, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Raccoon?

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

How many hours of daylight does Raccoon have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Raccoon?

On the first day of December in Raccoon, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Raccoon have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Raccoon?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Raccoon?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Raccoon, KY

Average temperature in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Raccoon, KY

Average pressure in December - Raccoon, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Raccoon, KY

Average wind speed in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Raccoon, KY

Average humidity in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Raccoon, KY

Average rainfall in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Raccoon, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Raccoon, KY

Average snowfall in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Raccoon, KY

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 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
Raccoon, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Raccoon, 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 3min

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 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Raccoon, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Raccoon, KY

Average UV index in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June 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
Raccoon, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Raccoon, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Raccoon, KY

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

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

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