December weather forecast
Sheridan, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Sheridan, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.4°F (0.8°C) and max 45.5°F (7.5°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 45.5°F (7.5°C). In Sheridan, the nighttime temperature averages to an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sheridan, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.05" (52mm) of precipitation. In Sheridan, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148.8 days and collects up to 27.05" (687mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sheridan are January through April, November and December. In Sheridan, in December, snow falls for 3.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Sheridan, during the entire year, snow falls for 15 days and aggregates up to 4.8" (122mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sheridan, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Sheridan, Kentucky, is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sheridan. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Sheridan?

December temperatures in Sheridan vary between a high-temperature of 45.5°F (7.5°C) and a low-temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Sheridan?

The average relative humidity in December in Sheridan is 78%.

How much does it rain in Sheridan in December?

In Sheridan, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 2.05" (52mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, during December, snow falls for 3.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sheridan?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sheridan have in December?

The average day length in December in Sheridan is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sheridan?

On the first day of December in Sheridan, Kentucky, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sheridan?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sheridan is 4.8h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sheridan?

In Sheridan, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sheridan, KY

Average temperature in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°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 (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sheridan, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sheridan, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sheridan, KY

Average humidity in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sheridan, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.05"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sheridan, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sheridan, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sheridan, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Sheridan, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sheridan, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sheridan, KY

Average UV index in December - Sheridan, 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
Sheridan, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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

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Average visibility in December
Sheridan, KY

Average visibility in December - Sheridan, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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