December weather forecast
West Van Lear, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Van Lear, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 45.3°F (7.4°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature in West Van Lear dips to a steady average of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In West Van Lear, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Van Lear, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in West Van Lear. In December, in West Van Lear, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Van Lear, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in West Van Lear is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Van Lear. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your 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 are December temperatures in West Van Lear?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in West Van Lear, Kentucky, are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in West Van Lear?

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

What is the average humidity in December in West Van Lear?

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

How much does it rain in West Van Lear in December?

In West Van Lear, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in West Van Lear in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in West Van Lear?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In West Van Lear, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in West Van Lear?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, in West Van Lear, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Van Lear?

In West Van Lear, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in West Van Lear?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Van Lear?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average temperature in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average pressure in December - West Van Lear, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average wind speed in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average humidity in December - West Van Lear, 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 (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall days in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average snowfall in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average snowfall days in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
West Van Lear, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Van Lear, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average sunshine days in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Van Lear, KY

Average UV index in December - West Van Lear, 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 Van Lear, KY

Average cloud cover in December - West Van Lear, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
West Van Lear, KY

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

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

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