December weather forecastWest Covington, KY
December
Weather in December
December in West Covington sees the transition into a true winter scene. The city's landscape transforms, adopting holiday decorations and a festive air. With average temperatures ranging from 30.6°F (-0.8°C) to 41.9°F (5.5°C), the chill is unmistakable. The city gleams under Christmas lights, creating a magical atmosphere, especially when snowfall occurs, with an average accumulation of 1.3" (33mm). In this weather, hot beverages and warm indoor activities become the city's main allure.Temperature
West Covington's December weather features a mild decline in high-temperatures, reducing from a fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). During the nights in December, the temperature averages to a freezing cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In West Covington, in December, it is raining for 10.4 days, with typically 2.2" (56mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Covington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 20.7 snowfall days, and 6.85" (174mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.
Sunshine
In West Covington, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.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 vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
While extended sun exposure does not significantly affect most people, those with sensitive skin, children, and infants should always be protected. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
West Covington, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).
Average pressure in December
West Covington, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
West Covington, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
West Covington, KY
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
West Covington, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 2.2"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").
Average rainfall days in December
West Covington, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).
Average snowfall in December
West Covington, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 1.3"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
West Covington, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Covington, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 30min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 6min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).
Average sunshine days in December
West Covington, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days
The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).
Average UV index in December
West Covington, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
West Covington, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 57
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 27).
Average visibility in December
West Covington, KY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
