December weather forecast
Republic, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Republic observes an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Republic, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Republic, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Republic, Kentucky, are January through April, October through December. In Republic, in December, during 6.8 snowfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Republic.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Republic. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Republic in December?

The high-temperature in Republic during December is 45.9°F (7.7°C) and the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Republic?

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

How much does it rain in Republic in December?

In Republic, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Republic in December?

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

What is the month with the shortest days in Republic?

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

How many hours of daylight does Republic have in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Republic?

On the first day of December in Republic, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Republic have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Republic, Kentucky, is 4.5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Republic?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Republic?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Republic, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Republic, KY

Average temperature in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average pressure in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average wind speed in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average humidity in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average rainfall in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average snowfall in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average UV index in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Republic, 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
Republic, KY

Average visibility in December - Republic, 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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