December weather forecast
Elsmere, KY

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

Observing a mild shift, the average high-temperature during December reduces from November's fresh 51.4°F (10.8°C) to a cold 42.1°F (5.6°C). December in Elsmere sees the temperature falling to a mean low of 30.4°F (-0.9°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Elsmere, in December, it is raining for 11.1 days, with typically 1.81" (46mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Elsmere, there are 146.4 rainfall days, and 23.58" (599mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Elsmere, Kentucky, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elsmere, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.4 days and aggregates up to 7.76" (197mm) of snow.

Daylight

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

Sunshine

In Elsmere, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Elsmere are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. To guard against the harmful effects of the Sun, minimize exposure during midday. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Elsmere during December?

In Elsmere, 42.1°F (5.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 30.4°F (-0.9°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month in Elsmere?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Elsmere?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Elsmere?

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

How much does it snow in Elsmere in December?

In Elsmere, Kentucky, in December, during 6.9 snowfall days, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elsmere?

December has the shortest days of the year in Elsmere, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Elsmere have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elsmere?

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 Elsmere have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Elsmere is 4.1h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Elsmere?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elsmere?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Elsmere, Kentucky, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Elsmere, KY

Average temperature in December - Elsmere, 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).

Average pressure in December
Elsmere, KY

Average pressure in December - Elsmere, 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).

Average wind speed in December
Elsmere, KY

Average wind speed in December - Elsmere, 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).

Average humidity in December
Elsmere, KY

Average humidity in December - Elsmere, 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%).

Average rainfall in December
Elsmere, KY

Average rainfall in December - Elsmere, 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").

Average rainfall days in December
Elsmere, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Elsmere, 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).

Average snowfall in December
Elsmere, KY

Average snowfall in December - Elsmere, 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").

Average snowfall days in December
Elsmere, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Elsmere, 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elsmere, 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).

Average sunshine days in December
Elsmere, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Elsmere, 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).

Average UV index in December
Elsmere, KY

Average UV index in December - Elsmere, 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
Elsmere, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Elsmere, 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).

Average visibility in December
Elsmere, KY

Average visibility in December - Elsmere, 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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