December weather forecast
Dayton, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dayton, is also an icy month, with an average temperature varying between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December indicates a reduction in the average high-temperature, down to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C) from November's fresh 51.3°F (10.7°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a subzero cold 30.6°F (-0.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dayton, during December, the rain falls for 10.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation. In Dayton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 150.9 days and collects up to 27.64" (702mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dayton are January through April, November and December. In Dayton, in December, snow falls for 4.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.3" (33mm) of snow. In Dayton, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.7 days and aggregates up to 6.85" (174mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes 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:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.6°F (-0.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.4 days. Throughout December, 2.2" (56mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 1.3" (33mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dayton have in December?

The average day length in December in Dayton is 9h and 28min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dayton have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

What are the months 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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average cloud cover
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Average temperature in December
Dayton, KY

Average temperature in December - Dayton, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Dayton, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dayton, KY

Average wind speed in December - Dayton, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Dayton, KY

Average humidity in December - Dayton, 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, September and October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Dayton, KY

Average rainfall in December - Dayton, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.2"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.54").

Average rainfall days in December
Dayton, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Dayton, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (8.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dayton, KY

Average snowfall in December - Dayton, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.3"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dayton, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Dayton, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (5.5 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
Dayton, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dayton, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dayton, KY

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

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Dayton, KY

Average UV index in December - Dayton, 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
Dayton, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Dayton, 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 27).

Average visibility in December
Dayton, KY

Average visibility in December - Dayton, 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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