December weather forecast
Keeneland, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Keeneland, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 44.1°F (6.7°C) and 32°F (0°C).

Temperature

December's arrival corresponds with a decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) to a frosty 44.1°F (6.7°C). Throughout December, an average low-temperature of 32°F (0°C) is expected.

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

Rainfall

In Keeneland, in December, it is raining for 12 days, with typically 2.56" (65mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Keeneland, there are 157.9 rainfall days, and 31.77" (807mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Keeneland, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow. In Keeneland, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.3 days and aggregates up to 6.97" (177mm) 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

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Keeneland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard 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. Exposing oneself to the midday Sun can be harmful due to the strong UV radiation; limit your time outside. Enhance your sun protection with tightly woven, yet airy clothing. Observe! Snow reflection can nearly intensify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is December cold in Keeneland?

In Keeneland, in December, the average high-temperature is 44.1°F (6.7°C), and the average low-temperature is 32°F (0°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Keeneland?

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

How much does it rain in Keeneland in December?

In December, in Keeneland, Kentucky, the rain falls for 12 days. Throughout December, 2.56" (65mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Keeneland?

In Keeneland, during December, snow falls for 5.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Keeneland?

December has the shortest days of the year in Keeneland, Kentucky, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Keeneland have in December?

The average day length in December in Keeneland is 9h and 33min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Keeneland?

On the first day of December in Keeneland, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:58 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Keeneland?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 4.3h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Keeneland have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Keeneland is 4.3h.

When is the lowest UV index in Keeneland?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Keeneland?

In Keeneland, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Keeneland, KY

Average temperature in December - Keeneland, 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).

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Average pressure in December
Keeneland, KY

Average pressure in December - Keeneland, 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).

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Average wind speed in December
Keeneland, KY

Average wind speed in December - Keeneland, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.4mph

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).

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Average humidity in December
Keeneland, KY

Average humidity in December - Keeneland, 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%).

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Average rainfall in December
Keeneland, KY

Average rainfall in December - Keeneland, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.56"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Keeneland, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Keeneland, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Keeneland, KY

Average snowfall in December - Keeneland, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.22"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.93").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Keeneland, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Keeneland, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 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
Keeneland, KY

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

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 2min

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).

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Average sunshine days in December
Keeneland, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Keeneland, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (10.6 days).

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Average UV index in December
Keeneland, KY

Average UV index in December - Keeneland, 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
Keeneland, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Keeneland, 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).

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Average visibility in December
Keeneland, KY

Average visibility in December - Keeneland, 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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