December weather forecast
Ridgeview Heights, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Ridgeview Heights, is also an icy month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 30.4°F (-0.9°C) and 42.1°F (5.6°C).

Temperature

A moderate decline in the average high-temperature is seen during December, decreasing from a cool 51.4°F (10.8°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). In Ridgeview Heights, the average nighttime temperature during December is a freezing cold 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.81" (46mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 146.4 days and collects up to 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Ridgeview Heights. In Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Ridgeview Heights, there are 30.4 snowfall days, and 7.76" (197mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Ridgeview Heights is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Stay sun-safe with clothing that is both closely woven and worn loosely. Warning! The reflection from snow can nearly magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ridgeview Heights?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 42.1°F (5.6°C) and a low-temperature of 30.4°F (-0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Ridgeview Heights?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month in Ridgeview Heights.

What is the average humidity in December in Ridgeview Heights?

In Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Ridgeview Heights in December?

In Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Ridgeview Heights in December?

In Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, in December, snow falls for 6.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Ridgeview Heights?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Ridgeview Heights?

In December, the average day length in Ridgeview Heights, Kentucky, is 9h and 29min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Ridgeview Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Ridgeview Heights have in December?

In Ridgeview Heights, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.1h.

When is the lowest UV index in Ridgeview Heights?

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 reading in December in Ridgeview Heights?

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

Average temperature in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average pressure in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.7mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average humidity in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.81"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (2.72").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.34").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (7.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 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
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and June (12 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average UV index in December - Ridgeview Heights, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ridgeview Heights, 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 28).

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Average visibility in December
Ridgeview Heights, KY

Average visibility in December - Ridgeview Heights, 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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