December weather forecastSmith, KY
December
Weather in December
December, the first month of the winter in Smith, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.1°F (7.3°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).Temperature
December implies a soft temperature shift, with average high-temperatures reducing from November's fresh 53.6°F (12°C) to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Smith observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) during the month of December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Smith, during the entire year, the rain falls for 190.4 days and collects up to 40.28" (1023mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. In Smith, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 15.71" (399mm) of snow.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Smith, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Smith, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).
Average pressure in December
Smith, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Smith, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Smith, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August and November (77%).
Average rainfall in December
Smith, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.57").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Smith, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Smith, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 2.87"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Smith, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Smith, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 48min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Smith, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.1 days).
Average UV index in December
Smith, KY
- Average UV index in December: 2
The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Smith, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 33).
Average visibility in December
Smith, KY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
