December weather forecast
Van, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Van, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Van in December experiences a gentle temperature dip, with average high-temperatures reducing from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Van experiences a steady low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) throughout December.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Van is 80%.

Rainfall

In Van, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Van, Kentucky, in December, during 7.8 snowfall days, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 38.6 snowfall days, and 19.29" (490mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Van, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
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 is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Van in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Van, records 45.1°F (7.3°C), while the low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Van?

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

How much does it rain in Van in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Van in December?

In December, in Van, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Van?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December in Van?

The average day length in December in Van, Kentucky, is 9h and 40min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Van?

On the first day of December in Van, 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.

How long on average sun shines in December in Van?

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

When is the lowest UV index in Van?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Van?

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

Average temperature in December - Van, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Van, KY

Average pressure in December - Van, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Van, KY

Average wind speed in December - Van, 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).

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Average humidity in December
Van, KY

Average humidity in December - Van, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Van, KY

Average rainfall in December - Van, 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").

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Average rainfall days in December
Van, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Van, 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).

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Average snowfall in December
Van, KY

Average snowfall in December - Van, 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").

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Average snowfall days in December
Van, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Van, 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).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Van, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Van, 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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Van, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Van, 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).

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Average UV index in December
Van, KY

Average UV index in December - Van, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Van, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Van, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Van, KY

Average visibility in December - Van, 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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