December weather forecast
Lawrenceburg, KY

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Weather in December

Concluding the year, Lawrenceburg is deep into the winter season in December. The temperatures plummet and there is a significant increase in snowfall with 0.35" (9mm) recorded throughout the month. Winter coats and heaters become staples as Christmas nears. The short daylight hours supports the winter feel. Despite the biting conditions, December marks an end to the year full of varied and beautiful weather patterns.

Temperature

The onset of December entails a subtle temperature shift, as the average high-temperature eases from a fresh 52.9°F (11.6°C) in November to a chilly 44.2°F (6.8°C). Throughout December, Lawrenceburg encounters an average temperature drop to an icy 32.2°F (0.1°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Lawrenceburg is 80%.

Rainfall

In Lawrenceburg, Kentucky, in December, it is raining for 9.4 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Lawrenceburg, during the entire year, the rain falls for 121.8 days and collects up to 11.85" (301mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lawrenceburg, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.6 days and aggregates up to 2.56" (65mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Lawrenceburg, the average sunshine in December is 4.3h.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Jul 31, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 44.2°F (6.8°C) and a low-temperature of 32.2°F (0.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is appraised at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Lawrenceburg, during December, the rain falls for 9.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.1" (28mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.5 days. Throughout December, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Lawrenceburg have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 35min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:20 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:30 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lawrenceburg have 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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Lawrenceburg, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 44.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average pressure in December - Lawrenceburg, 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
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average wind speed in December - Lawrenceburg, 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
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average humidity in December - Lawrenceburg, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

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

Average rainfall in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average rainfall in December - Lawrenceburg, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is June (1.22").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.63").

Average rainfall days in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Lawrenceburg, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (13.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average snowfall in December - Lawrenceburg, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Lawrenceburg, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.4 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
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lawrenceburg, 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 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Lawrenceburg, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (14.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average UV index in December - Lawrenceburg, 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
Lawrenceburg, KY

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

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

Average visibility in December
Lawrenceburg, KY

Average visibility in December - Lawrenceburg, 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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