December weather forecast
West Point, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Point, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.8°F (7.1°C) and min 32.5°F (0.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from November's cool 53.8°F (12.1°C) to a chilly 44.8°F (7.1°C). West Point records an average temperature drop to a wintry 32.5°F (0.3°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Point, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in West Point, there are 158.2 rainfall days, and 30.75" (781mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in West Point, Kentucky. In West Point, in December, snow falls for 5.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) of snow. In West Point, during the entire year, snow falls for 27.5 days and aggregates up to 7.44" (189mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, in West Point, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in West Point, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in West Point?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Point, is 44.8°F (7.1°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.5°F (0.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in West Point?

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

What is the average humidity in December in West Point?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in West Point?

In December, in West Point, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Point in December?

In West Point, during December, snow falls for 5.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Point?

The month with the shortest days in West Point is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Point have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in West Point?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Point, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:59 am and sunset at 5:34 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in West Point?

The months with the least sunshine in West Point, Kentucky, are January and December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Point?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Point?

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

How high is the UV index in December in West Point?

In West Point, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Point, KY

Average temperature in December - West Point, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.5°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 (26.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Point, KY

Average pressure in December - West Point, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Point, KY

Average wind speed in December - West Point, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Point, KY

Average humidity in December - West Point, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Point, KY

Average rainfall in December - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Point, KY

Average rainfall days in December - West Point, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Point, KY

Average snowfall in December - West Point, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Point, KY

Average snowfall days in December - West Point, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
West Point, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Point, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Point, KY

Average sunshine days in December - West Point, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Point, KY

Average UV index in December - West Point, 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
West Point, KY

Average cloud cover in December - West Point, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
West Point, KY

Average visibility in December - West Point, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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