December weather forecast
Carthage, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Carthage, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.6°F (9.2°C) and min 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Carthage's transition into December involves a gentle shift in temperature, receding from a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). In December, Carthage reports a consistent average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during the nights.

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Carthage, Tennessee, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In December, in Carthage, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Carthage, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.2 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carthage, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Carthage, there are 14 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Carthage, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Carthage is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Carthage. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the UV index of 2 transforms into the following advice:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Carthage?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is computed to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Carthage?

The most humid month in Carthage, Tennessee, is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December in Carthage?

In Carthage, Tennessee, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Carthage?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Carthage?

In Carthage, Tennessee, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Carthage?

December has the shortest days of the year in Carthage, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Carthage?

In December, the average day length in Carthage is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Carthage?

On the first day of December in Carthage, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carthage have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Carthage?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Carthage?

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

Average temperature in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Carthage, TN

Average pressure in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Carthage, TN

Average wind speed in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Carthage, TN

Average humidity in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Carthage, TN

Average rainfall in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Carthage, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Carthage, TN

Average snowfall in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Carthage, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Carthage, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Carthage, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Carthage, TN

Average UV index in December - Carthage, 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
Carthage, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Carthage, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Carthage, TN

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

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

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