December weather forecast
Carlton, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carlton, is also a frosty month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average high of 49.5°F (9.7°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's mild 57.2°F (14°C) to a frosty 49.5°F (9.7°C). Carlton's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month in Carlton.

Rainfall

In Carlton, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.2 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Carlton are January through March, October through December. In December, in Carlton, it is snowing for 3.6 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Carlton, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.9 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Carlton.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Carlton, Tennessee, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Carlton?

In Carlton, 49.5°F (9.7°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Carlton?

The most humid month in Carlton, Tennessee, is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Carlton?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Carlton?

In Carlton, in December, during 11.1 rainfall days, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Carlton?

In Carlton, Tennessee, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carlton?

December has the shortest days of the year in Carlton, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Carlton have in December?

The average day length in December in Carlton, Tennessee, is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carlton?

On the first day of December in Carlton, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carlton have in December?

In Carlton, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.2h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Carlton?

In Carlton, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Carlton, TN

Average temperature in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carlton, TN

Average pressure in December - Carlton, TN
  • 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Carlton, TN

Average wind speed in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carlton, TN

Average humidity in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carlton, TN

Average rainfall in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carlton, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carlton, TN

Average snowfall in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carlton, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Carlton, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carlton, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (12.5 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carlton, TN

Average UV index in December - Carlton, TN
  • 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
Carlton, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

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Average visibility in December
Carlton, TN

Average visibility in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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