December weather forecast
Corbin, KY

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High rock cliffs and dense tree cover around the scenic waterfall in Cumberland Falls State Park in Corbin, Kentucky
High rock cliffs and dense tree cover around the scenic waterfall in Cumberland Falls State Park in Corbin, Kentucky

Weather in December

By the time December arrives in Corbin, the area is fully immersed in wintry weather and temperatures dip to a chilly 33.4°F (0.8°C). Corresponding to the drop in temperature, December receives the highest amount of rainfall, around 3.78" (96mm). Cold temperatures combined with the increase in precipitation also means a gradual increase in snowfall to 3.11" (79mm). Furthermore, December marks the shortest day of the year, with only 9.7 hours of daylight. With relatively high wind speeds of up to 6.4mph (10.3km/h), Corbin sees wintry winds sweeping through the month.

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) in November to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). Corbin's average low-temperature for the month of December records at an icy 33.4°F (0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Corbin, Kentucky, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Corbin, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 175.7 days and collects up to 39.53" (1004mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Corbin. In December, in Corbin, it is snowing for 6.9 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.6 snowfall days, and 14.76" (375mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Corbin, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Corbin, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Corbin, Kentucky, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Children must always have sun protection, unlike most people, who can tolerate up to an hour in the sun without any burns. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Corbin in December?

In Corbin, 46.2°F (7.9°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.4°F (0.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Corbin?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Corbin?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Corbin?

In Corbin, in December, during 12.8 rainfall days, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Corbin?

In Corbin, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 3.11" (79mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Corbin?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Corbin is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Corbin?

On the first day of December in Corbin, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Corbin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Corbin is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Corbin?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Corbin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Corbin is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Corbin, KY

Average temperature in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°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 (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Corbin, KY

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

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Average wind speed in December
Corbin, KY

Average wind speed in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Corbin, KY

Average humidity in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Corbin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

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Average rainfall days in December
Corbin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Corbin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.11"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Corbin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.4 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
Corbin, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Corbin, 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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Corbin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Corbin, KY

Average UV index in December - Corbin, 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
Corbin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Corbin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Corbin, KY

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

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

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