December weather forecast
Ribolt, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ribolt, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature ranging between min 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and max 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

Ribolt's progression into December includes a drop in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). December nights observe an average temperature dip to a freezing cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Ribolt, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. In Ribolt, during the entire year, the rain falls for 101.6 days and collects up to 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ribolt, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow. In Ribolt, during the entire year, snow falls for 21.9 days and aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people can stay in the Sun for up to 1 hour without burning, apart from children that always must be protected from sun exposure. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 23, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 42.1°F (5.6°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Ribolt, in December, during 7.7 rainfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Ribolt, in December, snow falls for 4.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.24" (6mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Ribolt have in December?

In Ribolt, the average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ribolt have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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?

In Ribolt, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Ribolt, KY

Average temperature in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Ribolt, KY

Average pressure in December - Ribolt, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ribolt, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Ribolt, KY

Average humidity in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ribolt, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Ribolt, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ribolt, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ribolt, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 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
Ribolt, KY

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

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

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 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ribolt, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Ribolt, KY

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

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ribolt, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ribolt, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Ribolt, KY

Average visibility in December - Ribolt, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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