December weather forecast
Thornhill, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Thornhill, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 31.8°F (-0.1°C).

Temperature

With December's onset, the weather reveals a slight temperature decrease, transitioning from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In Thornhill, an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) is recorded during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 168.9 rainfall days, and 34.09" (866mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Thornhill are January through April, November and December. In Thornhill, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Thornhill, during the entire year, snow falls for 28.3 days and aggregates up to 7.72" (196mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Thornhill, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Thornhill, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health 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:
Apart from children, who require continuous protection, most can endure sun exposure for up to an hour without experiencing burns. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Thornhill in December?

In Thornhill, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Thornhill?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Thornhill?

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

How much does it rain in Thornhill in December?

In Thornhill, during December, the rain falls for 13 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Thornhill in December?

In Thornhill, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Thornhill?

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

How many hours of daylight does Thornhill have in December?

The average day length in December in Thornhill is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Thornhill?

On the first day of December in Thornhill, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Thornhill?

In Thornhill, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Thornhill?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Thornhill?

In Thornhill, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Thornhill, KY

Average temperature in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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 (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Thornhill, KY

Average pressure in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Thornhill, KY

Average wind speed in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Thornhill, KY

Average humidity in December - Thornhill, 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 (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Thornhill, KY

Average rainfall in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
Thornhill, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Thornhill, KY

Average snowfall in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Thornhill, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Thornhill, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Thornhill, 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 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Thornhill, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Thornhill, KY

Average UV index in December - Thornhill, 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
Thornhill, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Thornhill, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Thornhill, KY

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

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

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