December weather forecast
Fern Creek, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fern Creek, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 44.1°F (6.7°C) and min 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a temperature drop, moving from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 44.1°F (6.7°C). Fern Creek experiences an average nighttime temperature of 32°F (0°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Fern Creek, during the entire year, the rain falls for 140.3 days and collects up to 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fern Creek, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 3.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 19.9 snowfall days, and 2.44" (62mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32°F (0°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Fern Creek in December?

In Fern Creek, during December, the rain falls for 9.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Fern Creek, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Fern Creek, KY

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average wind speed in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average humidity in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average rainfall in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.26"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").

Average rainfall days in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average snowfall in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 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
Fern Creek, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fern Creek, 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 2min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fern Creek, KY

Average UV index in December - Fern Creek, 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
Fern Creek, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

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
Fern Creek, KY

Average visibility in December - Fern Creek, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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