December weather forecast
Ghent, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ghent, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 42.6°F (5.9°C).

Temperature

During Ghent's transition into December, the average high-temperature lessens, moving from a fresh 51.8°F (11°C) in November to a cold 42.6°F (5.9°C). Throughout the nights in December, an average low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) is noted in Ghent, Kentucky.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ghent, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ghent, Kentucky, there are 166.7 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Ghent. In Ghent, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.73" (44mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 31 snowfall days, and 7.05" (179mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Ghent is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ghent, the average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Ghent. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Ghent?

December temperatures in Ghent, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Ghent?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ghent?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ghent?

In Ghent, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.09" (53mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ghent in December?

In Ghent, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 7 days, with typically accumulated 1.73" (44mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ghent?

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

How many hours of daylight does Ghent have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ghent?

On the first day of December in Ghent, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ghent?

In Ghent, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ghent?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Ghent?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ghent, KY

Average temperature in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ghent, KY

Average pressure in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ghent, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ghent, KY

Average humidity in December - Ghent, 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 September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ghent, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.09"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (2.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.57").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ghent, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ghent, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.73"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.77").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ghent, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9 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
Ghent, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ghent, 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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ghent, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ghent, KY

Average UV index in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ghent, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ghent, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Ghent, KY

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

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

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