December weather forecast
Carlisle, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Carlisle, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 43.7°F (6.5°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

Carlisle's December weather comes with a decrease in average high-temperatures, moving from a cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). The average low-temperature in Carlisle during December nights is a subzero cold 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Carlisle are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Carlisle, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Carlisle, during the entire year, the rain falls for 173.4 days and collects up to 35.91" (912mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Carlisle. In Carlisle, during December, snow falls for 8.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Carlisle, there are 37.1 snowfall days, and 12.01" (305mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Carlisle, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Carlisle, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carlisle, Kentucky, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Carlisle during December?

During December, Carlisle experiences an average high-temperature of 43.7°F (6.5°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months in Carlisle?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are most humid months in Carlisle, Kentucky.

What is the average humidity in December in Carlisle?

In Carlisle, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carlisle?

In Carlisle, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Carlisle in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.4 days. Throughout December, 2.01" (51mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carlisle?

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

How many hours of daylight does Carlisle have in December?

In December, the average day length in Carlisle is 9h and 33min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Carlisle?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:52 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlisle have in December?

In Carlisle, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Carlisle?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Carlisle?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Carlisle, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carlisle, KY

Average temperature in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carlisle, KY

Average pressure in December - Carlisle, 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 (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Carlisle, KY

Average wind speed in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

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 (5.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carlisle, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August and September (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carlisle, KY

Average rainfall in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carlisle, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carlisle, KY

Average snowfall in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (3.03").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carlisle, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10 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
Carlisle, KY

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

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 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 2min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Carlisle, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Carlisle, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carlisle, KY

Average UV index in December - Carlisle, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Carlisle, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Carlisle, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Carlisle, KY

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

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

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