December weather forecast
Van Lear, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Van Lear, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.3°F (7.4°C) and min 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December includes a gentle temperature shift, with the average high-temperature dropping a bit from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.3°F (7.4°C). In Van Lear, an average nighttime temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Van Lear, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Van Lear, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 30.24" (768mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Van Lear. In December, it is snowing for 6.6 days. Throughout December, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is accumulated. In Van Lear, during the entire year, snow falls for 35.6 days and aggregates up to 13.82" (351mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Van Lear, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. 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

What is the usual temperature for Van Lear in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Van Lear are 45.3°F (7.4°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Van Lear?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Van Lear?

The average relative humidity in December in Van Lear, Kentucky, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Van Lear in December?

In Van Lear, in December, it is raining for 13.3 days, with typically 2.68" (68mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Van Lear in December?

In Van Lear, in December, during 6.6 snowfall days, 2.8" (71mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Van Lear?

December has the shortest days of the year in Van Lear, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Van Lear have in December?

In Van Lear, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Van Lear?

On the first day of December in Van Lear, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Van Lear have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Van Lear, Kentucky, is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Van Lear?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Van Lear?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Van Lear is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Van Lear, KY

Average temperature in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.3°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 (40.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Van Lear, KY

Average pressure in December - Van Lear, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Van Lear, KY

Average wind speed in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.2mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January, February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Van Lear, KY

Average humidity in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Van Lear, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Van Lear, KY

Average snowfall in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.8"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.78").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Van Lear, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.9 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
Van Lear, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Van Lear, 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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Van Lear, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Van Lear, KY

Average UV index in December - Van Lear, 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
Van Lear, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Van Lear, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Van Lear, KY

Average visibility in December - Van Lear, 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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