December weather forecast
Sandy Furnace, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy Furnace, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 45°F (7.2°C).

Temperature

With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Nighttime temperature in Sandy Furnace, Kentucky, lowers to an average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) in December.

Humidity

In Sandy Furnace, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Sandy Furnace, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Sandy Furnace, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 33.82" (859mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sandy Furnace, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 33.2 snowfall days, and 13.35" (339mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sandy Furnace, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sandy Furnace. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sandy Furnace in December?

In Sandy Furnace, in December, the average high-temperature is 45°F (7.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sandy Furnace?

In Sandy Furnace, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sandy Furnace?

In December, in Sandy Furnace, the rain falls for 12.6 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sandy Furnace in December?

In Sandy Furnace, in December, snow falls for 6.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sandy Furnace?

The month with the shortest days in Sandy Furnace, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Furnace have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sandy Furnace?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sandy Furnace, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Furnace have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sandy Furnace is 4.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sandy Furnace?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sandy Furnace?

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
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average temperature in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°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 (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average pressure in December - Sandy Furnace, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average humidity in December - Sandy Furnace, 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
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.56"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.58").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 36min).

  • 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 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average UV index in December - Sandy Furnace, 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
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

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
Sandy Furnace, KY

Average visibility in December - Sandy Furnace, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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