December weather forecast
Tri City, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tri City, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 46.8°F (8.2°C) and min 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Temperature

December weather is marked by a drop in the average high-temperature, falling from a mild 55.9°F (13.3°C) in November to a frosty 46.8°F (8.2°C). In the month of December, Tri City experiences an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In Tri City, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Tri City, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.3 days and collects up to 42.01" (1067mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Tri City, in December, during 2 snowfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 13.9 snowfall days, and 5.71" (145mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Tri City, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.9h.

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: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take heed! The reflection of snow can intensify the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Tri City in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.8°F (8.2°C) and a low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tri City?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Tri City?

In Tri City, in December, snow falls for 2 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Tri City, the average day length in December is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:38 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Tri City, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Tri City, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tri City, KY

Average temperature in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Tri City, KY

Average pressure in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tri City, KY

Average wind speed in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.5mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tri City, KY

Average humidity in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and May (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

Average rainfall in December
Tri City, KY

Average rainfall in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Tri City, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tri City, KY

Average snowfall in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.89").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tri City, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (4.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tri City, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tri City, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Tri City, KY

Average UV index in December - Tri City, 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
Tri City, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Tri City, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and September (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Tri City, KY

Average visibility in December - Tri City, 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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