December weather forecast
Silverhill, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Silverhill, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

Silverhill's progression into December involves a gentle drop in the average high-temperature, from a cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Nighttime temperatures in Silverhill, Kentucky, consistently average a cold 33.1°F (0.6°C) during December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Silverhill.

Rainfall

In Silverhill, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Silverhill, Kentucky, there are 178.7 rainfall days, and 34.8" (884mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Silverhill, Kentucky, in December, during 7.6 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37.5 snowfall days, and 15.43" (392mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Silverhill is December, 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 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, in Silverhill, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Silverhill in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Silverhill, Kentucky, during December are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. 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 estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Silverhill?

The months with the highest humidity in Silverhill, Kentucky, are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Silverhill?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Silverhill?

In Silverhill, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 13.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Silverhill in December?

In Silverhill, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 7.6 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Silverhill?

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

How many hours of daylight does Silverhill have in December?

The average day length in December in Silverhill is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Silverhill?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, in Silverhill, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Silverhill have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Silverhill is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Silverhill?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Silverhill?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Silverhill, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Silverhill, KY

Average temperature in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Silverhill, KY

Average pressure in December - Silverhill, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Silverhill, KY

Average wind speed in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

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
Silverhill, KY

Average humidity in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and November (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Silverhill, KY

Average rainfall in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Silverhill, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Silverhill, KY

Average snowfall in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.25").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Silverhill, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.5 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
Silverhill, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Silverhill, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Silverhill, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Silverhill, KY

Average UV index in December - Silverhill, 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
Silverhill, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Silverhill, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Silverhill, KY

Average visibility in December - Silverhill, 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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