December weather forecast
Rooney, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rooney, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 32°F (0°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's arrival correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average temperature in Rooney during December nights dips to a cold 32°F (0°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Rooney is 80%.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Rooney is December, when the rain falls for 12.7 days and typically aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Rooney, in December, snow falls for 7.2 days, with typically accumulated 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Rooney, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.9 days and aggregates up to 11.93" (303mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Rooney, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Rooney, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Rooney?

In December, in Rooney, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rooney?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month in Rooney?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.7 days and accumulates 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Rooney?

In Rooney, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rooney?

In Rooney, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rooney?

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

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

The average day length in December in Rooney is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rooney?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rooney, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Rooney have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Rooney is 4.2h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Rooney?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rooney, 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
Rooney, KY

Average temperature in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rooney, KY

Average pressure in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rooney, KY

Average wind speed in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rooney, KY

Average humidity in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rooney, KY

Average rainfall in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.15").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rooney, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rooney, KY

Average snowfall in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rooney, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.8 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
Rooney, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rooney, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and 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
Rooney, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Rooney, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rooney, KY

Average UV index in December - Rooney, 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
Rooney, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Rooney, 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 31).

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Average visibility in December
Rooney, KY

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

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

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