December weather forecast
Simpsonville, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Simpsonville, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

Simpsonville's weather in December involves a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). During December, Simpsonville observes a consistent average nighttime temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Simpsonville, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Simpsonville, Kentucky, there are 152.3 rainfall days, and 25.75" (654mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Simpsonville, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In Simpsonville, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.1 days and aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Simpsonville is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Simpsonville, Kentucky, is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February, November 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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A wide-brimmed hat provides unparalleled sun protection for sensitive areas like the eyes, ears, and neck. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Simpsonville?

Simpsonville in December has an average high-temperature of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Simpsonville?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Simpsonville?

The average relative humidity in December in Simpsonville, Kentucky, is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Simpsonville?

In Simpsonville, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 1.93" (49mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Simpsonville in December?

In Simpsonville, Kentucky, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 0.98" (25mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Simpsonville?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Simpsonville have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Simpsonville?

On the first day of December in Simpsonville, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Simpsonville have in December?

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

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

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Simpsonville?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Simpsonville is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average temperature in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Simpsonville, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average wind speed in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average humidity in December - Simpsonville, 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, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.93"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.42").

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Average rainfall days in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.6 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
Simpsonville, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Simpsonville, KY

Average UV index in December - Simpsonville, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Simpsonville, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Simpsonville, KY

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

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

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