December weather forecast
Bardstown, KY

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Weather in December

December in Bardstown is characterized by winter's chill and the onset of the holiday season. The month sees an average high temperature of 45.1°F (7.3°C) and an average snowfall of 0.94" (24mm). With just 9.6 hours of daylight, winter days are noticeably shorter. Despite the cold weather, Bardstown embraces the holiday spirit with snow-capped rooftops and brightly lit streets adding to the enchantment. By the end of the month, the city is ready to welcome a new year, bidding goodbye to December's wintry chills.

Temperature

The arrival of December indicates a decrease in the average high-temperature, moving from a cool 54.1°F (12.3°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). In Bardstown, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a cold 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months in Bardstown.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bardstown, Kentucky, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.7 days and collects up to 34.02" (864mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Bardstown, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 0.94" (24mm) of snow is accumulated. In Bardstown, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.7 days and aggregates up to 7.4" (188mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bardstown.
On the first day of December in Bardstown, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

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 low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Bardstown?

The high-temperature during December is 45.1°F (7.3°C) and the low-temperature is 32.9°F (0.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Bardstown?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Bardstown?

In Bardstown, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in Bardstown in December?

In Bardstown, Kentucky, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.68" (68mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Bardstown?

In Bardstown, Kentucky, during December, snow falls for 5.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.94" (24mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Bardstown?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Bardstown?

In December, the average day length in Bardstown, Kentucky, is 9h and 36min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Bardstown?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Bardstown, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Bardstown?

The months with the least sunshine in Bardstown are January and December, with an average of 4.4h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Bardstown have in December?

In Bardstown, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.4h.

When is the lowest UV index in Bardstown?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Bardstown?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27°F).

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Average pressure in December
Bardstown, KY

Average pressure in December - Bardstown, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Bardstown, KY

Average wind speed in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and February (8.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Bardstown, KY

Average humidity in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Bardstown, KY

Average rainfall in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.68"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.58").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

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Average rainfall days in December
Bardstown, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.4 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Bardstown, KY

Average snowfall in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.94"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Bardstown, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 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).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bardstown, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Bardstown, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (11.1 days).

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Average UV index in December
Bardstown, KY

Average UV index in December - Bardstown, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Bardstown, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Bardstown, KY

Average visibility in December - Bardstown, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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