December weather forecast
West Wheatcroft, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in West Wheatcroft, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) is observed in West Wheatcroft during the December nights.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity in West Wheatcroft, Kentucky, is 78%.

Rainfall

In West Wheatcroft, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 136.4 rainfall days, and 20" (508mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in West Wheatcroft are January through April, November and December. In West Wheatcroft, in December, snow falls for 3.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.28" (7mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in West Wheatcroft, there are 15.2 snowfall days, and 3.03" (77mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of December, in West Wheatcroft, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Wheatcroft is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in West Wheatcroft. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in West Wheatcroft?

The high-temperature in West Wheatcroft during December is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in West Wheatcroft?

In December, the average relative humidity in West Wheatcroft, Kentucky, is 78%.

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

In December, in West Wheatcroft, Kentucky, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in West Wheatcroft in December?

In West Wheatcroft, in December, during 3.5 snowfall days, 0.28" (7mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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

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

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

In December, the average day length in West Wheatcroft is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Wheatcroft?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:43 pm CST.

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

In West Wheatcroft, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in West Wheatcroft?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in West Wheatcroft?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average temperature in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average pressure in December - West Wheatcroft, 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 Wheatcroft, KY

Average wind speed in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average humidity in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average rainfall in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.91").

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Average rainfall days in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average rainfall days in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average snowfall in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.28"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.79").
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 Wheatcroft, KY

Average snowfall days in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.4 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 Wheatcroft, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Wheatcroft, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average sunshine days in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average UV index in December - West Wheatcroft, 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 Wheatcroft, KY

Average cloud cover in December - West Wheatcroft, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
West Wheatcroft, KY

Average visibility in December - West Wheatcroft, 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).

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