December weather forecast
Locust Grove, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also an icy month in Locust Grove, Kentucky, with an average temperature varying between 42.4°F (5.8°C) and 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

The shift to December brings a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a cool 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a wintry 42.4°F (5.8°C). December witnesses an average nighttime temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Locust Grove, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 11.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Locust Grove, during the entire year, the rain falls for 169.6 days and collects up to 36.02" (915mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 37 snowfall days, and 12.87" (327mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:26 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Although the majority can endure up to an hour in the sun without burns, children always require sun protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. A hat with a generous brim can prevent nearly 50% of UV rays from reaching your eyes. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jun 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

In Locust Grove, 42.4°F (5.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.1°F (-0.5°C) is the average low-temperature during December. 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 estimated at 93.2°F (34°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 Locust Grove?

In Locust Grove, in December, it is raining for 11.9 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 2.09" (53mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Locust Grove?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Locust Grove have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:37 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:26 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Locust Grove have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

What is the month 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 reading in December?

In Locust Grove, 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 unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average temperature in December - Locust Grove, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.4°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 (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average pressure in December - Locust Grove, 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
Locust Grove, KY

Average wind speed in December - Locust Grove, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average humidity in December - Locust Grove, 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
Locust Grove, KY

Average rainfall in December - Locust Grove, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.13").

Average rainfall days in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Locust Grove, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average snowfall in December - Locust Grove, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.09"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.35").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Locust Grove, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (10.3 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
Locust Grove, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Locust Grove, 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: 10h and 6min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Locust Grove, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (17 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average UV index in December - Locust Grove, 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
Locust Grove, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Locust Grove, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Locust Grove, KY

Average visibility in December - Locust Grove, 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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