December weather forecast
Rufus, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rufus, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34°F (1.1°C) and an average high of 45.7°F (7.6°C).

Temperature

With December's arrival, Rufus's weather changes as the average high-temperature falls from a fresh 55.2°F (12.9°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). During December, Rufus records an average temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) at night.

Humidity

In Rufus, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rufus, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Rufus, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.5 days and collects up to 39.65" (1007mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Rufus. In Rufus, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 16.5 snowfall days, and 6.57" (167mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Rufus is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rufus are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Limit sun-induced ocular harm with sunglasses that feature UVA and UVB filtration. Mark this! Snow reflection can nearly double the UV radiation intensity from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Rufus?

The high-temperature, in December, in Rufus, records 45.7°F (7.6°C), while the low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in August is appraised at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rufus?

In Rufus, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rufus in December?

In Rufus, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Rufus?

In Rufus, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rufus?

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

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

In December, the average day length in Rufus, Kentucky, is 9h and 39min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Rufus?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rufus, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rufus?

The average sunshine duration in December in Rufus, Kentucky, is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Rufus?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rufus?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Rufus is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rufus, KY

Average temperature in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.4°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rufus, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rufus, KY

Average wind speed in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rufus, KY

Average humidity in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rufus, KY

Average rainfall in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rufus, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rufus, KY

Average snowfall in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Rufus, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.3 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
Rufus, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rufus, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rufus, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rufus, KY

Average UV index in December - Rufus, 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
Rufus, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Rufus, KY

Average visibility in December - Rufus, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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