December weather forecast
Dice, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Dice, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Temperature

A mild drop in Dice's average high-temperature is observed in December, transitioning from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Dice, Kentucky, the rain falls for 11.7 days. Throughout December, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dice, during the entire year, the rain falls for 168.8 days and collects up to 24.84" (631mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Dice, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.3 snowfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be cautious! The UV radiation from the Sun can be magnified almost twofold by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

December temperatures in Dice, Kentucky, vary between a high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 33.1°F (0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Dice?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dice, in December, during 11.7 rainfall days, 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dice, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 2.95" (75mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Dice have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 38min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dice have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dice is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Dice?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dice, KY

Average temperature in December - Dice, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Dice, KY

Average pressure in December - Dice, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Dice, KY

Average wind speed in December - Dice, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Dice, KY

Average humidity in December - Dice, 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 November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Dice, KY

Average rainfall in December - Dice, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.76").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
Dice, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Dice, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dice, KY

Average snowfall in December - Dice, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.95"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.15").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dice, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Dice, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Dice, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dice, 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 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dice, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Dice, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (9.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dice, KY

Average UV index in December - Dice, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Dice, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Dice, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Dice, KY

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

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

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