December weather forecast
Nashtown, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nashtown, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 43.5°F (6.4°C) and an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a cool 52.3°F (11.3°C) in November to a frosty 43.5°F (6.4°C). Nashtown's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Nashtown, in December, during 10.8 rainfall days, 1.46" (37mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 143.3 rainfall days, and 17.36" (441mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Nashtown, in December, during 6.1 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Nashtown, Kentucky, during the entire year, snow falls for 30.6 days and aggregates up to 5.16" (131mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Nashtown, the average sunshine in December is 4.1h.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily maximum UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following advice:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 43.5°F (6.4°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is computed to be 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?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nashtown, in December, it is raining for 10.8 days, with typically 1.46" (37mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Nashtown, in December, snow falls for 6.1 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Nashtown have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 32min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nashtown have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.1h.

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 intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Nashtown, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.5°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 (37.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Nashtown, KY

Average pressure in December - Nashtown, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Nashtown, KY

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

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

Average humidity in December
Nashtown, KY

Average humidity in December - Nashtown, 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 (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Nashtown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Nashtown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.93").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are January, September and October (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Nashtown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Nashtown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nashtown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Nashtown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.46").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nashtown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Nashtown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nashtown, 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: 3h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nashtown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Nashtown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (11.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Nashtown, KY

Average UV index in December - Nashtown, 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
Nashtown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Nashtown, 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
Nashtown, KY

Average visibility in December - Nashtown, 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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