December weather forecast
Dorton Branch, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Dorton Branch, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 45.7°F (7.6°C) and 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's fresh 54°F (12.2°C) to a frosty 45.7°F (7.6°C). In December, the average low-temperature in Dorton Branch records at a wintry 33.3°F (0.7°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 14.6 days. Throughout December, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Dorton Branch, there are 187.5 rainfall days, and 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Dorton Branch. In Dorton Branch, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Dorton Branch, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 14.17" (360mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Considering the strength of solar radiation at midday, one should avoid direct Sun exposure. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Dorton Branch?

In Dorton Branch, 45.7°F (7.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 33.3°F (0.7°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Dorton Branch?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Dorton Branch?

In December, the average relative humidity in Dorton Branch, Kentucky, is 81%.

How much does it rain in Dorton Branch in December?

In Dorton Branch, in December, it is raining for 14.6 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Dorton Branch?

In Dorton Branch, Kentucky, in December, during 6.5 snowfall days, 3.58" (91mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Dorton Branch?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Dorton Branch have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 41min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Dorton Branch?

On the first day of December in Dorton Branch, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Dorton Branch have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Dorton Branch is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Dorton Branch?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Dorton Branch?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Dorton Branch, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average temperature in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average pressure in December - Dorton Branch, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average wind speed in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average humidity in December - Dorton Branch, 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 April, June, July, August, September and November (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average rainfall in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

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Average rainfall days in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average snowfall in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Dorton Branch, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dorton Branch, 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 4min

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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average UV index in December - Dorton Branch, 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
Dorton Branch, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Dorton Branch, KY

Average visibility in December - Dorton Branch, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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