December weather forecast
Shelbyville, KY

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Weather in December

Shelbyville, Kentucky concludes the year with a full return to winter weather in December. Freezing temperatures seize the day, with highs residing near 43.9°F (6.6°C), confirming the switch from November's milder conditions. The prospect of snowfall also reappears, coating the city in a blanket of white as the year ends. As daylight hours recede, the long nights of winter set in, mirroring January's atmospheric tone, bringing the year full circle.

Temperature

December in Shelbyville brings a minor decrease, with the average high-temperature reducing from a cool 53.1°F (11.7°C) in November to a chilly 43.9°F (6.6°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is a freezing cold 31.6°F (-0.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shelbyville, in December, during 12.5 rainfall days, 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Shelbyville, there are 161.4 rainfall days, and 32.09" (815mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Shelbyville, during December, snow falls for 4.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.14" (29mm) of snow. In Shelbyville, during the entire year, snow falls for 25.3 days and aggregates up to 6.81" (173mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Shelbyville, with an average of 9h and 36min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Shelbyville, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Shelbyville are January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
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Frequently asked questions

Is it cold in Shelbyville during December?

In Shelbyville, 43.9°F (6.6°C) is the average high-temperature and 31.6°F (-0.2°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Shelbyville?

The average relative humidity in December in Shelbyville is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shelbyville?

In Shelbyville, during December, the rain falls for 12.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.6" (66mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Shelbyville?

In Shelbyville, in December, snow falls for 4.8 days, with typically accumulated 1.14" (29mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shelbyville?

With an average of 9h and 36min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Shelbyville.

How many hours of daylight does Shelbyville have in December?

In Shelbyville, the average day length in December is 9h and 34min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shelbyville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:39 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, in Shelbyville, Kentucky, sunrise is at 7:57 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Shelbyville?

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

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Shelbyville?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Shelbyville?

In Shelbyville, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average temperature in December - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 43.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (39°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.9°F).

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Average pressure in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average pressure in December - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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).

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Average wind speed in December
Shelbyville, KY

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Shelbyville, KY

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, September and October (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average rainfall in December - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.6"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (3.43").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.89").

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Average rainfall days in December
Shelbyville, KY

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (17.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is January (9.6 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average snowfall in December - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.14"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and March (1.85").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.9 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
Shelbyville, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shelbyville, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Shelbyville, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are May and July (11.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average UV index in December - Shelbyville, 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, November and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Shelbyville, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Shelbyville, 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 27).

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Average visibility in December
Shelbyville, KY

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

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

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