December weather forecast
Franklin, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Franklin, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 47.3°F (8.5°C).

Temperature

During the shift to December, a minor reduction in average high-temperature is observed, shifting from a moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) in November to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). In Franklin, the average nighttime temperature during December is an icy 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated. In Franklin, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.8 days and aggregates up to 5.55" (141mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. Fend off the sun's harsh rays with appropriate clothing, a wide-brim hat, and UV-protective sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and a low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in Franklin are March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in Franklin in December?

In Franklin, during December, the rain falls for 12.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Franklin is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average rainfall days
Average snowfall days
Average daylight
Average sunshine
Average sunshine days
Average UV index
Average cloud cover
Average visibility

Average temperature in December
Franklin, KY

Average temperature in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Franklin, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Franklin, KY

Average wind speed in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Franklin, KY

Average humidity in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Franklin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Franklin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Franklin, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Franklin, KY

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Franklin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Franklin, KY

Average visibility in December - Franklin, 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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