Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
With the beginning of December, the average high-temperature shows a small decrease, transitioning from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout the month of December, Thornton Gap witnesses an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
The average relative humidity in December is 80%.Rainfall
In Thornton Gap, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Thornton Gap, during the entire year, the rain falls for 195.8 days and collects up to 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Thornton Gap, in December, snow falls for 7.8 days, with typically accumulated 4.09" (104mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Thornton Gap, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Thornton Gap.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Thornton Gap, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation during midday suggests reducing time spent outdoors. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Frequently asked questions
What is the usual temperature for Thornton Gap in December?
What is the average humidity in December in Thornton Gap?
How many days does it rain in December in Thornton Gap?
How many days does it snow in December in Thornton Gap?
What is the month with the shortest days in Thornton Gap?
How many hours of daylight does Thornton Gap have in December?
When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Thornton Gap?
How many hours of sunshine does Thornton Gap have in December?
When is the lowest UV index in Thornton Gap?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Thornton Gap?
Average temperature in December
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Thornton Gap, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Thornton Gap, 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 (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.62"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in December
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13 days
The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (20.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.6 days).
Average snowfall in December
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 4.09"
The month with the highest snowfall is January (5").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Thornton Gap, 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 42min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8 days).
Average UV index in December
Thornton Gap, 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
Thornton Gap, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).
Average visibility in December
Thornton Gap, 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).
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