December weather forecast
Russell, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Russell, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and an average low of 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a reduction in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is observed in Russell during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Russell, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 1.85" (47mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Russell, Kentucky, there are 146.5 rainfall days, and 19.65" (499mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Russell are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 32.7 snowfall days, and 7.56" (192mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Russell is 4.1h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. In the presence of strong sunlight, it's crucial to wear sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays. 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

How cold does it get in Russell in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Russell, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). 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, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Russell?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Russell?

The average relative humidity in December in Russell is 81%.

How much does it rain in Russell in December?

In Russell, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.85" (47mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Russell in December?

In Russell, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.46" (37mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Russell?

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

How many hours of daylight does Russell have in December?

In Russell, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Russell?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Russell have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Russell, Kentucky, is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Russell?

In Russell, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Russell, KY

Average temperature in December - Russell, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°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 (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Russell, KY

Average pressure in December - Russell, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Russell, KY

Average wind speed in December - Russell, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (6.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Russell, KY

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Russell, KY

Average rainfall in December - Russell, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.85"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.06").

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Average rainfall days in December
Russell, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Russell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Russell, KY

Average snowfall in December - Russell, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.13").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Russell, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Russell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 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
Russell, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Russell, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Russell, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Russell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Russell, KY

Average UV index in December - Russell, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Russell, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Russell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 61).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Russell, KY

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

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

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