December weather forecast
South Portsmouth, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in South Portsmouth, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43°F (6.1°C) and an average low of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

South Portsmouth's progression into December involves a drop in the average high-temperature, receding from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is recorded in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In South Portsmouth, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in South Portsmouth, Kentucky, there are 170.4 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in South Portsmouth. In South Portsmouth, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in South Portsmouth, there are 36.7 snowfall days, and 11.57" (294mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in South Portsmouth in December?

In South Portsmouth, in December, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). 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 computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in South Portsmouth?

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

What is the average humidity in December in South Portsmouth?

In South Portsmouth, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in South Portsmouth?

In South Portsmouth, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.4 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in South Portsmouth?

In South Portsmouth, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in South Portsmouth?

The month with the shortest days in South Portsmouth is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in South Portsmouth?

The average day length in December in South Portsmouth is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in South Portsmouth?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:10 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:20 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does South Portsmouth have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in South Portsmouth is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in South Portsmouth?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in South Portsmouth?

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

Average temperature in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
South Portsmouth, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average wind speed in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average humidity in December - South Portsmouth, 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
South Portsmouth, KY

Average rainfall in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average rainfall days in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average snowfall in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average snowfall days in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
South Portsmouth, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average sunshine days in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average UV index in December - South Portsmouth, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average cloud cover in December - South Portsmouth, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
South Portsmouth, KY

Average visibility in December - South Portsmouth, 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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