December weather forecastSassafras, KY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Sassafras, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.1°F (0.6°C) and max 45.1°F (7.3°C).Temperature
With the commencement of December, Sassafras records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Sassafras experiences a consistent average temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) throughout the nights in December.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Sassafras, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Sassafras, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sassafras, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Unlike children, who always need sun protection, most individuals can remain in the sun for up to an hour without getting burnt. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).
Average pressure in December
Sassafras, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 6mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.36"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").
Average rainfall days in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.95"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 42min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 14 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).
Average UV index in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Sassafras, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).
Average visibility in December
Sassafras, 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).
