Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
In the transition to December, Ricedale observes a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to an icy 42.1°F (5.6°C). An average low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C) marks the month of December.Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 11.1 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ricedale, Kentucky, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.
Sunshine
In December, the average sunshine is 4.1h.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 rays for average individuals.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Limiting exposure to the direct Sun during midday hours can help prevent harmful UV radiation effects. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
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Average temperature in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average humidity in December: 81%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.81"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").
Average rainfall days in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).
Average snowfall in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 1.38"
The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Ricedale, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
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 July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).
Average UV index in December
Ricedale, 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
Ricedale, 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 28).
Average visibility in December
Ricedale, KY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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