December weather forecast
Lockport, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Lockport, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 31.1°F (-0.5°C) and 43.7°F (6.5°C).

Temperature

As December commences, the average high-temperature shows a reduction, transitioning from a fresh 52.7°F (11.5°C) in November to a chilly 43.7°F (6.5°C). An average low-temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is observed during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lockport, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 168.6 rainfall days, and 36.81" (935mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) of snow is accumulated. In Lockport, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.6 days and aggregates up to 10.94" (278mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December 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. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold is it in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Lockport, is 43.7°F (6.5°C), while the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Lockport?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Lockport, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 7.3 days. Throughout December, 1.81" (46mm) 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 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lockport have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:38 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:56 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Lockport, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What are the months with 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 intensity in December?

In Lockport, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lockport, KY

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (38.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Lockport, KY

Average pressure in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.13"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
Lockport, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Lockport, KY

Average humidity in December - Lockport, 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 August, September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Lockport, KY

Average rainfall in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.98").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Lockport, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lockport, KY

Average snowfall in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.81"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.99").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lockport, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 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
Lockport, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lockport, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lockport, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Lockport, KY

Average UV index in December - Lockport, 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
Lockport, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 58

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 60).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lockport, KY

Average visibility in December - Lockport, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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