December weather forecast
Franklin, KY

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Franklin, Kentucky, with temperature in the range of an average high of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

Franklin, Kentucky, in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's moderate 55.6°F (13.1°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). In Franklin, the average temperature during the nights of December drops to a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Franklin, in December, it is raining for 12.6 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Franklin, during the entire year, the rain falls for 171.5 days and collects up to 37.2" (945mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Franklin, in December, during 3 snowfall days, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Franklin, Kentucky, there are 14.8 snowfall days, and 5.55" (141mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Franklin is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Franklin, Kentucky, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 in December translates into these instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Franklin in December?

Franklin in December has an average high-temperature of 47.3°F (8.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Franklin?

March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Franklin?

In Franklin, in December, during 12.6 rainfall days, 2.95" (75mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Franklin in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3 days. Throughout December, 0.83" (21mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Franklin?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

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

In December, the average day length in Franklin is 9h and 42min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Franklin?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, in Franklin, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Franklin have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Franklin is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Franklin?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Franklin?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Franklin, KY

Average temperature in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Franklin, KY

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Franklin, KY

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

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

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Average humidity in December
Franklin, KY

Average humidity in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Franklin, KY

Average rainfall in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Franklin, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Franklin, KY

Average snowfall in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.65").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Franklin, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Franklin, KY

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

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

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

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

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Average sunshine days in December
Franklin, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Franklin, KY

Average UV index in December - Franklin, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Franklin, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Franklin, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Franklin, KY

Average visibility in December - Franklin, 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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