December weather forecast
Smile, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Smile, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.2°F (0.1°C) and max 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a shift in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C) marks the nights throughout December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Smile are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Smile, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.6 days and collects up to 30.94" (786mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Smile, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Smile, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.5 days and aggregates up to 11.14" (283mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Smile, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Smile, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Smile, Kentucky. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. Equip yourself with UVA and UVB-filtering sunglasses on clear, sunny days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Smile in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Smile are 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Smile?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Smile?

In Smile, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Smile?

In Smile, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Smile in December?

In Smile, Kentucky, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 2.05" (52mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Smile?

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

How many hours of daylight does Smile have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Smile?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Smile, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Smile have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Smile?

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

Average temperature in December - Smile, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Smile, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Smile, KY

Average wind speed in December - Smile, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (7.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Smile, KY

Average humidity in December - Smile, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Smile, KY

Average rainfall in December - Smile, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.23").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

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Average rainfall days in December
Smile, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Smile, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Smile, KY

Average snowfall in December - Smile, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.05"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.6").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Smile, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Smile, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Smile, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Smile, 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 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Smile, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Smile, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Smile, KY

Average UV index in December - Smile, 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
Smile, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Smile, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Smile, KY

Average visibility in December - Smile, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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