December weather forecast
Dunlap, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dunlap, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 33.3°F (0.7°C) and 45.9°F (7.7°C).

Temperature

Transitioning from November to December involves a subtle drop in average high-temperatures, descending from a fresh 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a chilly 45.9°F (7.7°C). Dunlap's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Dunlap, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.35" (85mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Dunlap, there are 181.3 rainfall days, and 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 6.8 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dunlap, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 15.24" (387mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Dunlap in December?

Dunlap in December has an average high-temperature of 45.9°F (7.7°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dunlap, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Dunlap, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dunlap, in December, snow falls for 6.8 days, with typically accumulated 2.87" (73mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

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

In December, the average day length is 9h and 38min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Dunlap, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:11 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:21 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Dunlap, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
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Average temperature in December
Dunlap, KY

Average temperature in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunlap, KY

Average pressure in December - Dunlap, 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
Dunlap, KY

Average wind speed in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Dunlap, KY

Average humidity in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Dunlap, KY

Average rainfall in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.62").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunlap, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunlap, KY

Average snowfall in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.87"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (4.17").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dunlap, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (11.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunlap, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunlap, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (8.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunlap, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Dunlap, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Dunlap, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Dunlap, KY

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

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

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