December weather forecast
Austerlitz, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Austerlitz, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.2°F (0.1°C) and max 44.2°F (6.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a frosty 44.2°F (6.8°C). December generally records an average low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Austerlitz, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Austerlitz, during the entire year, the rain falls for 155.4 days and collects up to 28.86" (733mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Austerlitz, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow. In Austerlitz, during the entire year, snow falls for 32.3 days and aggregates up to 9.33" (237mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 44.2°F (6.8°C) and 32.2°F (0.1°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Austerlitz, in December, it is raining for 11.5 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Austerlitz, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 1.38" (35mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Austerlitz have in December?

In Austerlitz, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:34 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:27 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Austerlitz have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.2h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average temperature in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average pressure in December - Austerlitz, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Austerlitz, KY

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

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Austerlitz, KY

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average rainfall in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is October (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average snowfall in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (2.4").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 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).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Austerlitz, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11 days).

Average UV index in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average UV index in December - Austerlitz, 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
Austerlitz, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Austerlitz, KY

Average visibility in December - Austerlitz, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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