December weather forecast
Shawnee Hills, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shawnee Hills, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

December is marked by a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, transitioning from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a frosty 46.9°F (8.3°C). During the month of December, Shawnee Hills anticipates a mean low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In Shawnee Hills, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Shawnee Hills, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.39" (86mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 160.8 days and collects up to 35.79" (909mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Shawnee Hills, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, there are 15.6 snowfall days, and 6.54" (166mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, 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 maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Take warning! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be nearly amplified twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Shawnee Hills in December?

During December, Shawnee Hills experiences an average high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shawnee Hills?

In December, the average relative humidity in Shawnee Hills is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shawnee Hills?

In Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Shawnee Hills in December?

In December, in Shawnee Hills, it is snowing for 2.5 days. Throughout December, 1.14" (29mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shawnee Hills?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Shawnee Hills?

In Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Shawnee Hills?

On the first day of December in Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shawnee Hills?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Shawnee Hills, Kentucky, is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shawnee Hills?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shawnee Hills?

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

Average temperature in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average wind speed in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average humidity in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average rainfall in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is March (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average snowfall in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.8 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
Shawnee Hills, KY

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

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average UV index in December - Shawnee Hills, 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
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Shawnee Hills, KY

Average visibility in December - Shawnee Hills, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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