December weather forecast
Central, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Central, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 32.4°F (0.2°C) and max 46.6°F (8.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a chilly 46.6°F (8.1°C) from a cool 54.5°F (12.5°C). Central experiences a mean temperature of 32.4°F (0.2°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Central, the rain falls for 13.6 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Central, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Central are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall in Central is December, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Central, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Central. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Central?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Central, is 46.6°F (8.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 32.4°F (0.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in August is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the most humid month in Central?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Central?

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

How much does it rain in Central in December?

In Central, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Central?

The month with the most snowfall in Central, Tennessee, is December, when snow falls for 6.2 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in Central in December?

In Central, Tennessee, in December, during 6.2 snowfall days, 3.74" (95mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Central?

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

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

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Central?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Central have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Central, Tennessee, is 5.5h.

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

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

How high is the UV index in December in Central?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Central is 2. A UV Index estimate 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
Central, TN

Average temperature in December - Central, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (83.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (60.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Central, TN

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

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Central, TN

Average wind speed in December - Central, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Central, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Central, TN

Average rainfall in December - Central, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

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Average rainfall days in December
Central, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Central, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.2 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Central, TN

Average snowfall in December - Central, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Central, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Central, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Central, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Central, 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: 5h and 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Central, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Central, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Central, TN

Average UV index in December - Central, TN
  • 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 and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Central, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Central, TN

Average visibility in December - Central, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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