December weather forecastJeffersontown, KY
December
Weather in December
In December, winter firmly establishes itself with an average high of 44.1°F (6.7°C) and a low of 32°F (0°C). A noticeable increase in snowfall at 0.39" (10mm) ushers in the winter wonderland imagery. The drop in temperature, amplified by longer nights, makes indoor activities more prevalent. Simultaneously, December's festive cheer keeps the town lively and vibrant despite the chilly outdoors.Temperature
December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's fresh 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). In Jeffersontown, in December, the average low-temperature is a wintry 32°F (0°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.Rainfall
In December, in Jeffersontown, the rain falls for 9.5 days. Throughout December, 1.26" (32mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 140.3 rainfall days, and 18.31" (465mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Jeffersontown, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Jeffersontown, during the entire year, snow falls for 19.9 days and aggregates up to 2.44" (62mm) of snow.Daylight
The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 4.3h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. On bright days sunglasses that block both UVA and UVB rays should be worn. A hat with a wide brim is extremely helpful, as it can prevent roughly 50% of UV radiation from reaching the eyes. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average high temperature in December: 44.1°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°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 32°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.1°F).
Average pressure in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.9mph).
Average humidity in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average rainfall in December: 1.26"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are April and May (2.05").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.87").
Average rainfall days in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average rainfall days in December: 9.5 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (8.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average snowfall in December: 0.39"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.9 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
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 36min
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 36min).
- Average sunshine in December: 4h and 18min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average sunshine days in December: 18.6 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (12.3 days).
Average UV index in December
Jeffersontown, 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average cloud cover in December: 55
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 28).
Average visibility in December
Jeffersontown, KY
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are February and May (5mi).
