December Rainfall and Precipitation in Kentucky

Average rainfall, rainy days and the driest cities in Kentucky, the United States of America in December.

Kentucky, the United States of America, a region in the United States of America, experiences in December precipitation ranging from a high 114 mm (4.5 in) in Covington to a heavy 166 mm (6.5 in) in Murray. December is part of the winter season.

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Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
Monthly precipitation 0 mm (0 in) dry → 150 mm (5.9 in) wet

Marker color shows total monthly precipitation in December: pale blue is dry, deep blue is wet.

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Kentucky precipitation in December: frequently asked questions

How much snow/rainfall does Kentucky, the United States of America receive in December?

In December, Lexington typically receives significant snow/rainfall, averaging around 126 mm (5 in). Expect a mix of wet and dry days with occasional showers.

How many days does it rain in Kentucky, the United States of America in December?

Rainfall in Lexington typically falls on roughly 14 days days in December.

Is December part of the rainy season in Kentucky, the United States of America?

Not really. December is outside the wettest stretch of the year in Kentucky, the United States of America.

What is the wettest city in December in Kentucky, the United States of America?

Based on our records, Murray receives the most rainfall in Kentucky, the United States of America in December, averaging about 166 mm (6.5 in).

What is the driest city in December in Kentucky, the United States of America?

Covington is the driest city we have data for in Kentucky, the United States of America in December, with monthly snow/rainfall close to 114 mm (4.5 in).

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