December weather forecast
Laurel Ford, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Laurel Ford, Kentucky, with an average temperature ranging between max 45.7°F (7.6°C) and min 33.3°F (0.7°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a negligible change in high-temperatures, falling from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a chilly 45.7°F (7.6°C). Laurel Ford experiences an average nighttime temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) in the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Laurel Ford, in December, during 14.6 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Laurel Ford, during the entire year, the rain falls for 187.5 days and collects up to 40.24" (1022mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Laurel Ford, during December, snow falls for 6.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow. In Laurel Ford, during the entire year, snow falls for 32 days and aggregates up to 14.17" (360mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Foresee this! The reflection from snow can nearly double the intensity of UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Laurel Ford, is 45.7°F (7.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.3°F (0.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

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 December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Laurel Ford?

In Laurel Ford, in December, during 14.6 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Laurel Ford, in December, snow falls for 6.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

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?

In Laurel Ford, the average day length in December is 9h and 41min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Laurel Ford, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Laurel Ford have in December?

In Laurel Ford, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Laurel Ford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average temperature in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.7°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 (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average pressure in December - Laurel Ford, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average wind speed in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average humidity in December - Laurel Ford, 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, June, July, August, September and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average rainfall in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.2").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average snowfall in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.58"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.21").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.5 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
Laurel Ford, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel Ford, 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 month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average UV index in December - Laurel Ford, 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
Laurel Ford, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The months with the most cloud cover are January and February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Laurel Ford, KY

Average visibility in December - Laurel Ford, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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