December weather forecast
Elizabethtown, KY

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Weather in December

December brings with it the full force of winter weather to Elizabethtown, Kentucky. A layer of frost often covers the city in the morning, disappearing as the day progresses. Locals prepare for the holidays under the winter chill, creating a festive buzz in the city. As the year comes to a close, the city is lit up, covering in a blanket of sparkling lights. Despite the low temperatures, the festive spirit of the season keeps the city alive and bustling.

Temperature

With the onset of December, Elizabethtown experiences a modest temperature adjustment, with the average high-temperature receding from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). An average low-temperature of 32.9°F (0.5°C) is observed during the December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elizabethtown, in December, during 11.6 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Elizabethtown, there are 163.1 rainfall days, and 32.72" (831mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Elizabethtown. In Elizabethtown, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 25.4 snowfall days, and 7.52" (191mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Elizabethtown is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elizabethtown, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.4h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Elizabethtown.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elizabethtown. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Elizabethtown?

The high-temperature in Elizabethtown during December is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months in Elizabethtown?

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 Elizabethtown?

In December, the average relative humidity in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, is 80%.

How much does it rain in Elizabethtown in December?

In December, in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, the rain falls for 11.6 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elizabethtown in December?

In Elizabethtown, during December, snow falls for 5.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elizabethtown?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

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

In Elizabethtown, Kentucky, the average day length in December is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elizabethtown?

On the first day of December in Elizabethtown, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Elizabethtown?

The month with the least sunshine in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, is December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Elizabethtown?

The average sunshine duration in December in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elizabethtown?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elizabethtown?

In Elizabethtown, Kentucky, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elizabethtown, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.7°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 (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average pressure in December - Elizabethtown, 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
Elizabethtown, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Elizabethtown, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Elizabethtown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.39").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabethtown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Elizabethtown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.2").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabethtown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (6.7 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
Elizabethtown, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabethtown, 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 month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabethtown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.4 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average UV index in December - Elizabethtown, 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
Elizabethtown, KY

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

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Elizabethtown, KY

Average visibility in December - Elizabethtown, 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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