December weather forecast
Ricetown, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ricetown, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 32.9°F (0.5°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is recorded during the nights in December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Ricetown, in December, it is raining for 12.2 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Ricetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 167.6 days and collects up to 33.11" (841mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Ricetown, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.48" (63mm) of snow. In Ricetown, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.6 days and aggregates up to 12.17" (309mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ricetown, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Sun-protective clothing, a long-sleeved shirt and pants, a wide-brimmed hat, and UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses are particularly helpful in blocking UV radiation's harmful effects. Be vigilant! The reflective nature of snow can increase the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Ricetown in December?

During December, Ricetown experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is computed to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Ricetown, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ricetown in December?

In December, it is snowing for 6.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Ricetown, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Ricetown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Ricetown, KY

Average pressure in December - Ricetown, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ricetown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ricetown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Ricetown, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Ricetown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ricetown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and May (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Ricetown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ricetown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ricetown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ricetown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.48"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ricetown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ricetown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.6 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
Ricetown, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ricetown, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ricetown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ricetown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Ricetown, KY

Average UV index in December - Ricetown, 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
Ricetown, KY

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

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Ricetown, KY

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

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

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