December weather forecast
West Louisville, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West Louisville, Kentucky, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.4°F (0.8°C) and 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

Setting in of December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.3°F (12.4°C) in November to a frosty 45.1°F (7.3°C). Throughout December, West Louisville records an average temperature of 33.4°F (0.8°C) at night.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 11.5 days. Throughout December, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In West Louisville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 158.3 days and collects up to 31.3" (795mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In West Louisville, during December, snow falls for 4.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.98" (25mm) of snow. In West Louisville, during the entire year, snow falls for 20.5 days and aggregates up to 5.24" (133mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in West Louisville is 4.6h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Jul 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Louisville in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in West Louisville, is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the average low-temperature is 33.4°F (0.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In West Louisville, in December, during 11.5 rainfall days, 2.48" (63mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 4.2 days. Throughout December, 0.98" (25mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December in West Louisville?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 37min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:46 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:04 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in West Louisville?

In West Louisville, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value 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
West Louisville, KY

Average temperature in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

Average pressure in December
West Louisville, KY

Average pressure in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
West Louisville, KY

Average wind speed in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.4mph).

Average humidity in December
West Louisville, KY

Average humidity in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is May (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
West Louisville, KY

Average rainfall in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.48"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.86").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.46").

Average rainfall days in December
West Louisville, KY

Average rainfall days in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Louisville, KY

Average snowfall in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.98"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.42").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Louisville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.8 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
West Louisville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 42min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 36min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Louisville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

Average UV index in December
West Louisville, KY

Average UV index in December - West Louisville, 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
West Louisville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
West Louisville, KY

Average visibility in December - West Louisville, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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