December weather forecast
Nicholsville, OH

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Nicholsville, is also a wintry month, with an average temperature varying between 30.9°F (-0.6°C) and 41.9°F (5.5°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions alter, with the average high-temperature shifting from a cool 51.1°F (10.6°C) in November to a cold 41.9°F (5.5°C). Nicholsville's nighttime temperature in December drops to an average of 30.9°F (-0.6°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

Rainfall

In Nicholsville, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 153.8 rainfall days, and 26.5" (673mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Nicholsville, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of snow is accumulated. In Nicholsville, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 7.13" (181mm) 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 7:37 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4h.

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 unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
Updated: Jul 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Nicholsville?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 41.9°F (5.5°C) and a low-temperature of 30.9°F (-0.6°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Nicholsville, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.13" (54mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Nicholsville?

In Nicholsville, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 1.26" (32mm) 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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 29min.

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 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:55 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Nicholsville have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February, November 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?

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

Average temperature in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average high temperature in December: 41.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (36.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 30.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (23.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average pressure in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • 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
Nicholsville, OH

Average wind speed in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.9mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average humidity in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average rainfall in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.13"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.31").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average rainfall days in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.1 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average snowfall in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.26"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.97").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average snowfall days in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.8 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
Nicholsville, OH

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 54min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 0min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average sunshine days in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (19 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average UV index in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • 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
Nicholsville, OH

Average cloud cover in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Nicholsville, OH

Average visibility in December - Nicholsville, OH
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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