December weather forecast
Whitley City, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Whitley City, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset introduces a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a chilly 46.2°F (7.9°C). Nightly temperatures in Whitley City, Kentucky, drop to an average low of 33.3°F (0.7°C) in December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In December, in Whitley City, the rain falls for 14.1 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Whitley City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 37.52" (953mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, in Whitley City, Kentucky, it is snowing for 7 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated. In Whitley City, during the entire year, snow falls for 34 days and aggregates up to 14.49" (368mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Whitley City, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Whitley City is 4.5h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Whitley City in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Whitley City during December are 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Whitley City?

The months with the highest humidity in Whitley City are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Whitley City?

The average relative humidity in December in Whitley City, Kentucky, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Whitley City in December?

In Whitley City, during December, the rain falls for 14.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Whitley City in December?

In Whitley City, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whitley City?

December has the shortest days of the year in Whitley City, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Whitley City?

In December, the average day length in Whitley City, Kentucky, is 9h and 42min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Whitley City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:32 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whitley City, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:50 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitley City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Whitley City is 4.5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Whitley City?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Whitley City?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Whitley City is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Whitley City, KY

Average temperature in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Whitley City, KY

Average pressure in December - Whitley City, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Whitley City, KY

Average wind speed in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Whitley City, KY

Average humidity in December - Whitley City, 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 April, June, July, August, September, October and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Whitley City, KY

Average rainfall in December - Whitley City, 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 (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Whitley City, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Whitley City, KY

Average snowfall in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Whitley City, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.2 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
Whitley City, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Whitley City, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Whitley City, KY

Average UV index in December - Whitley City, 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
Whitley City, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Whitley City, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Whitley City, KY

Average visibility in December - Whitley City, 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).

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