December weather forecastRooney, KY
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Rooney, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32°F (0°C) and an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C).Temperature
A change in temperatures is noted as November gives way to December, with average highs reducing from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). Rooney reports an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) during the nights of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
The month with the most rainfall 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, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 7.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.9 snowfall days, and 11.93" (303mm) of snow is accumulated.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, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December in Rooney 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. UV radiation is strongest from the Sun during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rooney, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
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 12min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
