December weather forecast
Carlisle, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Carlisle, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). The nighttime temperature dips to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C) on average during December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months in Carlisle.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 173.4 rainfall days, and 35.91" (912mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carlisle, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Carlisle, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Carlisle, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Carlisle, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Carlisle, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 33min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlisle have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Carlisle, KY

Average temperature in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°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 (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Carlisle, KY

Average pressure in December - Carlisle, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Carlisle, KY

Average wind speed in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Carlisle, KY

Average humidity in December - Carlisle, 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 August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Carlisle, KY

Average rainfall in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Carlisle, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlisle, KY

Average snowfall in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carlisle, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carlisle, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlisle, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carlisle, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlisle, KY

Average UV index in December - Carlisle, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Carlisle, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Carlisle, 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).

Average visibility in December
Carlisle, KY

Average visibility in December - Carlisle, 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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