December weather forecast
Dunleary, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Dunleary, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 45°F (7.2°C) and an average low of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Temperature

December signifies a gentle decline in Dunleary's average high-temperature, easing from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a frosty 45°F (7.2°C). Throughout December nights, Dunleary registers an average low-temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

Rainfall

In Dunleary, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 169.1 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dunleary, during December, snow falls for 6.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.61" (117mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 36.4 snowfall days, and 22.36" (568mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Sun exposure should be minimized, especially during midday, to avoid harmful UV radiation. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Dunleary, is 45°F (7.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Dunleary, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dunleary, during December, the rain falls for 10.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Dunleary, in December, snow falls for 6.7 days, with typically accumulated 4.61" (117mm) 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 Dunleary have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:22 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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 in Dunleary?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Dunleary, KY

Average temperature in December - Dunleary, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (61.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Dunleary, KY

Average pressure in December - Dunleary, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dunleary, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Dunleary, KY

Average humidity in December - Dunleary, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Dunleary, KY

Average rainfall in December - Dunleary, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.8"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.7").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Dunleary, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Dunleary, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dunleary, KY

Average snowfall in December - Dunleary, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.61"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (5.59").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dunleary, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Dunleary, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (9.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dunleary, 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 month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dunleary, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Dunleary, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Dunleary, KY

Average UV index in December - Dunleary, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Dunleary, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 35).

Average visibility in December
Dunleary, KY

Average visibility in December - Dunleary, 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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