December weather forecast
Escondida, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Escondida, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.5°F (-0.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a fresh 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). Nighttime temperatures consistently average a freezing cold 31.5°F (-0.3°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Escondida, in December, during 14.2 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.7 rainfall days, and 36.54" (928mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Escondida, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 35.2 snowfall days, and 11.42" (290mm) 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 7:35 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:27 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Escondida, records 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the low-temperature is 31.5°F (-0.3°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In Escondida, during December, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Escondida in December?

In Escondida, in December, snow falls for 7.7 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) 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 Escondida have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Escondida, KY

Average temperature in December - Escondida, 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 (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Escondida, KY

Average pressure in December - Escondida, 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
Escondida, KY

Average wind speed in December - Escondida, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Escondida, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Escondida, KY

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

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Escondida, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Escondida, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Escondida, KY

Average snowfall in December - Escondida, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Escondida, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Escondida, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Escondida, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Escondida, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Escondida, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Escondida, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Escondida, KY

Average UV index in December - Escondida, 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
Escondida, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Escondida, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Escondida, KY

Average visibility in December - Escondida, 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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