December weather forecast
Ryland Heights, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Ryland Heights, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 41.9°F (5.5°C) and 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Temperature

The onset of December coincides with a reduction in the average high-temperature, falling from a fresh 51.6°F (10.9°C) in November to an icy 41.9°F (5.5°C). Ryland Heights reports an average nighttime low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ryland Heights, during December, the rain falls for 11.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, in Ryland Heights, there are 154.2 rainfall days, and 26.46" (672mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Ryland Heights are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 9.13" (232mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Ryland Heights, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Ryland Heights, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:16 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Ryland Heights, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average UV index of 2 in December transforms into this advice:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. To best shield against UV radiation, choose sun-safe garments and dependable sunglasses. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Ryland Heights?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Ryland Heights, is 41.9°F (5.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 30.9°F (-0.6°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is computed to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months in Ryland Heights?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Ryland Heights?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Ryland Heights?

In Ryland Heights, Kentucky, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Ryland Heights in December?

In December, in Ryland Heights, Kentucky, it is snowing for 7.7 days. Throughout December, 1.46" (37mm) of snow is accumulated.

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

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

How many hours of daylight does Ryland Heights have in December?

The average day length in December in Ryland Heights, Kentucky, is 9h and 29min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Ryland 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, in Ryland Heights, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Ryland Heights?

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

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Ryland Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Ryland Heights?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Ryland Heights 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
Ryland Heights, KY

Average temperature in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°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 (36.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°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 (24.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average pressure in December - Ryland 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
Ryland Heights, KY

Average wind speed in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

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 (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average humidity in December - Ryland Heights, 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 (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average rainfall in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.11").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

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Average rainfall days in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average snowfall in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.46"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.24").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Ryland Heights, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ryland 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 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.3 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average UV index in December - Ryland 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
Ryland Heights, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Ryland Heights, KY

Average visibility in December - Ryland Heights, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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