December weather forecast
Soft Shell, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Soft Shell, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average low of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December suggests a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is observed during December nights in Soft Shell, Kentucky.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Soft Shell, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Soft Shell, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Soft Shell, during December, snow falls for 6.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of snow. In Soft Shell, during the entire year, snow falls for 33.3 days and aggregates up to 11.34" (288mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Soft Shell is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Soft Shell. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Soft Shell in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Soft Shell, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 33.1°F (0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Soft Shell?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Soft Shell?

In December, the average relative humidity in Soft Shell is 80%.

How much does it rain in Soft Shell in December?

In Soft Shell, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 11.7 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Soft Shell in December?

In Soft Shell, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Soft Shell?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Soft Shell?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Soft Shell?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:27 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Soft Shell, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Soft Shell have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Soft Shell is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Soft Shell?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Soft Shell?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Soft Shell, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Soft Shell, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average pressure in December - Soft Shell, 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
Soft Shell, KY

Average wind speed in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average humidity in December - Soft Shell, 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 November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average rainfall in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

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Average rainfall days in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average snowfall in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Soft Shell, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Soft Shell, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average UV index in December - Soft Shell, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Soft Shell, KY

Average visibility in December - Soft Shell, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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