December weather forecastWhitesburg, KY
December
Weather in December
December brings the full force of winter to Whitesburg. Snowfall climbs back up to 4.09" (104mm), blanketing the city in a winter wonderland. Coupled with a significant drop in temperature, the scene in December is predominantly icy. The fewer hours of daylight compliment these wintry settings. Catering to a rather peaceful time of the year, Whitesburg wears a festive look, welcoming in the new year with warmth and joy.Temperature
The transition into December in Whitesburg is accompanied by a slight temperature decrease, with the average high-temperature shifting from a fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Whitesburg experiences an average low-temperature reading of 32.4°F (0.2°C) throughout December.Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity in Whitesburg is 80%.Rainfall
In Whitesburg, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 195.8 rainfall days, and 40.35" (1025mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through May, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Whitesburg, it is snowing for 7.8 days. Throughout December, 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whitesburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 38.6 days and aggregates up to 19.29" (490mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine in Whitesburg is 4.7h.UV index
The months with the lowest UV index in Whitesburg are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Consider carefully! The reflective quality of snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average pressure in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average humidity in December
Whitesburg, 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%).
Average rainfall in December
Whitesburg, 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").
Average rainfall days in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average snowfall in December
Whitesburg, 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").
Average snowfall days in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Whitesburg, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 42min
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).
Average sunshine days in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average UV index in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Whitesburg, 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).
Average visibility in December
Whitesburg, 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).
