Contents
- Weather in December
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in December
- Average pressure in December
- Average wind speed in December
- Average humidity in December
- Average rainfall in December
- Average rainfall days in December
- Average snowfall in December
- Average snowfall days in December
- Average daylight in December
- Average sunshine in December
- Average sunshine days in December
- Average UV index in December
- Average cloud cover in December
- Average visibility in December
Weather in December
Temperature
The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C) from a cool 53.4°F (11.9°C). In December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 32.4°F (0.2°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In December, in Dorton, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.66" (93mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Dorton, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 201.6 days and collects up to 40.75" (1035mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through May, October through December. In Dorton, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 10 days, with typically accumulated 5.43" (138mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 46.1 snowfall days, and 24.8" (630mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:12 pm. On the last day of December, in Dorton, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Dorton, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.UV index
January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. 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: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Frequently asked questions
What is the temperature in December in Dorton?
What is the average humidity in December in Dorton?
How many days does it rain in December in Dorton?
How many days does it snow in December in Dorton?
What is the month with the shortest days in Dorton?
How many hours of daylight does Dorton have in December?
What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Dorton?
How long on average sun shines in December in Dorton?
What is the month with the lowest UV index in Dorton?
What is the UV index intensity in December in Dorton?
Average temperature in December
Dorton, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.4°F).
Average pressure in December
Dorton, 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 (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Dorton, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Dorton, KY
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April and November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Dorton, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 3.66"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").
Average rainfall days in December
Dorton, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (22.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (12.3 days).
Average snowfall in December
Dorton, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 5.43"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (6.06").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Dorton, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 10 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (12.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Dorton, 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 4min
The months with the most sunshine are June and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Dorton, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 11.1 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (15.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (6.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Dorton, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Dorton, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 54
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Dorton, KY
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are April and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, May, June, July, August, September, October and December (5mi).
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