December weather forecast
Carlinburg, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Carlinburg, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.9°F (0.5°C) and max 43.9°F (6.6°C).

Temperature

As November transitions into December, Carlinburg sees a drop in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 53.4°F (11.9°C) to a frosty 43.9°F (6.6°C). Throughout December, a steady low-temperature average of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is noted.

Humidity

In Carlinburg, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Carlinburg, in December, it is raining for 5.8 days, with typically 0.63" (16mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carlinburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 91.4 days and collects up to 7.87" (200mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carlinburg, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.04" (1mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Carlinburg, there are 7.8 snowfall days, and 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Carlinburg, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Carlinburg is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carlinburg. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Carlinburg during December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Carlinburg, records 43.9°F (6.6°C), while the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Carlinburg?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carlinburg?

In Carlinburg, during December, the rain falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Carlinburg?

In Carlinburg, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carlinburg?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Carlinburg have in December?

In Carlinburg, the average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carlinburg?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Carlinburg, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlinburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Carlinburg?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Carlinburg?

In Carlinburg, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average temperature in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carlinburg, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average wind speed in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average humidity in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average rainfall in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.63"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (0.91").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (4.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average snowfall in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and November (0.12").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlinburg, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 22.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (23.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average UV index in December - Carlinburg, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Carlinburg, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Carlinburg, KY

Average visibility in December - Carlinburg, 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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