December weather forecast
Preston, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Preston, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature decreases in December, shifting from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Preston, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Preston, in December, it is raining for 13 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Preston, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176 days and collects up to 33.66" (855mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Preston. In Preston, during December, snow falls for 8.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.17" (55mm) of snow. In Preston, during the entire year, snow falls for 37.3 days and aggregates up to 11.57" (294mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December in Preston, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Preston is 4.3h.

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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Preston?

In Preston, in December, the average high-temperature is 43.7°F (6.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.2°F (0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Preston?

In December, the average relative humidity in Preston, Kentucky, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Preston in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Preston in December?

In December, in Preston, it is snowing for 8.2 days. Throughout December, 2.17" (55mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Preston?

The month with the shortest days in Preston is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Preston, Kentucky, is 9h and 34min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Preston?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, in Preston, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Preston?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Preston is 4.3h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Preston?

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

Average temperature in December - Preston, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

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Average pressure in December
Preston, KY

Average pressure in December - Preston, 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
Preston, KY

Average wind speed in December - Preston, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Preston, KY

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Preston, KY

Average rainfall in December - Preston, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and October (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Preston, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Preston, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Preston, KY

Average snowfall in December - Preston, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.17"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.72").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Preston, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Preston, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 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
Preston, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Preston, KY

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Preston, KY

Average UV index in December - Preston, 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
Preston, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Preston, KY

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

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

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