December weather forecast
York, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in York, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43°F (6.1°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a chilly 43°F (6.1°C). Throughout December, York witnesses a nighttime temperature average of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in York, Kentucky.

Rainfall

In December, in York, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 170.4 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In York, in December, snow falls for 8.4 days, with typically accumulated 2.13" (54mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in York, there are 36.7 snowfall days, and 11.57" (294mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in York, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in York, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in York in December?

In December, in York, the average high-temperature is 43°F (6.1°C), and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in York?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in York?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in York in December?

In York, Kentucky, in December, during 13.4 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in York?

In York, Kentucky, in December, during 8.4 snowfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in York?

December has the shortest days of the year in York, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in York?

The average day length in December in York is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in York?

On the first day of December in York, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does York have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in York is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in York?

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

How high is the UV index in December in York?

In York, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
York, KY

Average temperature in December - York, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
York, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
York, KY

Average wind speed in December - York, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
York, KY

Average humidity in December - York, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
York, KY

Average rainfall in December - York, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.85").

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Average rainfall days in December
York, KY

Average rainfall days in December - York, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
York, KY

Average snowfall in December - York, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.13"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.19").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
York, KY

Average snowfall days in December - York, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.6 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
York, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - York, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
York, KY

Average sunshine days in December - York, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
York, KY

Average UV index in December - York, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
York, KY

Average cloud cover in December - York, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
York, KY

Average visibility in December - York, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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