December weather forecast
Bardstown, KY

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Weather in December

December in Bardstown is characterized by winter's chill and the onset of the holiday season. The month sees an average high temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average snowfall of 0.94" (24mm). With just 9.6 hours of daylight, winter days are noticeably shorter. Despite the cold weather, Bardstown embraces the holiday spirit with snow-capped rooftops and brightly lit streets adding to the enchantment. By the end of the month, the city is ready to welcome a new year, bidding goodbye to December's wintry chills.

Temperature

Transition into December marks a drop in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Bardstown experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Bardstown, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation. In Bardstown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 26.7 snowfall days, and 7.4" (188mm) 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 7:39 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

During December, Bardstown experiences an average high-temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and a low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Bardstown?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bardstown, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bardstown, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.94" (24mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bardstown?

The average day length in December is 9h and 36min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Bardstown is 4.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Bardstown, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bardstown, KY

Average temperature in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
Bardstown, KY

Average pressure in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bardstown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Bardstown, KY

Average humidity in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bardstown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Bardstown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bardstown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bardstown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Bardstown, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bardstown, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bardstown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Bardstown, KY

Average UV index in December - Bardstown, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Bardstown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Bardstown, KY

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

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

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