December weather forecast
Sitka, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Sitka, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

December heralds a minor drop in average high-temperature, sliding from November's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). An average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is noted in Sitka, Kentucky, during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sitka, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Sitka, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Sitka are January through April, October through December. In December, in Sitka, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sitka, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Sitka.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Sitka, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sitka, the average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Sitka. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sitka in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Sitka, is 45.3°F (7.4°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Sitka?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sitka?

In December, the average relative humidity in Sitka, Kentucky, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Sitka in December?

In Sitka, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Sitka?

In Sitka, during December, snow falls for 6.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sitka?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sitka have in December?

In Sitka, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sitka?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sitka?

The average sunshine duration in December in Sitka, Kentucky, is 4.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Sitka?

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

Average temperature in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sitka, KY

Average pressure in December - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average wind speed in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sitka, KY

Average humidity in December - Sitka, 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 August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sitka, KY

Average rainfall in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sitka, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sitka, KY

Average snowfall in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sitka, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Sitka, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sitka, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sitka, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sitka, KY

Average UV index in December - Sitka, 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
Sitka, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Sitka, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Sitka, KY

Average visibility in December - Sitka, 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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