December weather forecast
Germantown, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Germantown, is still a cold month, with an average temperature varying between 42.6°F (5.9°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a cool 52.2°F (11.2°C) in November to a wintry 42.6°F (5.9°C). Germantown experiences an average low-temperature reading of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) throughout December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Germantown, during the entire year, the rain falls for 164.5 days and collects up to 26.89" (683mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Germantown, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Germantown, during the entire year, snow falls for 34.9 days and aggregates up to 8.62" (219mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, in Germantown, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Germantown is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Germantown. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Most people face no serious problems with extended sun exposure, but those with fair skin, infants, and children always need protection. The mid-day Sun emits the most powerful UV radiation, so seek shade and minimize exposure. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is December in Germantown?

During December, Germantown experiences an average high-temperature of 42.6°F (5.9°C) and a low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Germantown?

In Germantown, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Germantown, in December, during 7.9 snowfall days, 1.5" (38mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Germantown, the average day length in December is 9h and 31min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:35 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, in Germantown, sunrise is at 7:53 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Germantown have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

When is 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Germantown, KY

Average pressure in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (5.1mph).

Average humidity in December
Germantown, KY

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Germantown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Germantown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Germantown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.5"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.28").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Germantown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

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 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Germantown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Germantown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Germantown, KY

Average UV index in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Germantown, 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
Germantown, KY

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

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

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