December weather forecast
Georgetown, KY

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A beautiful architecture featuring the famous 1877 Second Empire Style, seen in the iconic courthouse of the county of Scott in Georgetown, Kentucky
A beautiful architecture featuring the famous 1877 Second Empire Style, seen in the iconic courthouse of the county of Scott in Georgetown, Kentucky

Weather in December

December, the last month of the year, brings frigid temperatures to Georgetown, with the landscape often carpeted in snow, totaling 1.34" (34mm). The city experiences frequent periods of snowfall over approximately seven days, echoing the return of winter. The charm of the holiday season envelops the city, with twinkling lights decking the streets and homes. Despite the cold weather, the festive spirit remains undiminished, as the residents look forward to welcoming the new year.

Temperature

Georgetown in December undergoes a mild reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 52.7°F (11.5°C) to a frosty 43.7°F (6.5°C). In Georgetown, an average nighttime temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) is expected during December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Georgetown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.9 days and collects up to 35.2" (894mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Georgetown are January through April, October through December. In Georgetown, in December, during 7.1 snowfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 33.8 snowfall days, and 9.92" (252mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Georgetown.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.4h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 23, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Georgetown, is 43.7°F (6.5°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.3°F (-0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Georgetown?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Georgetown, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Georgetown, during December, snow falls for 7.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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 Georgetown?

The average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:36 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:54 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Georgetown, KY

Average temperature in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°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 (25.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Georgetown, KY

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

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

Average wind speed in December
Georgetown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Georgetown, KY

Average humidity in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Georgetown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Georgetown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Georgetown, 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 November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Georgetown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.34"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.48").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Georgetown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.9 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
Georgetown, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Georgetown, 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 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Georgetown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Georgetown, KY

Average UV index in December - Georgetown, 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
Georgetown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Georgetown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 56

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Georgetown, KY

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

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

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