December weather forecastCentral, TN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly 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
In Central, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.6°F (8.1°C). In the month of December, an average of 32.4°F (0.2°C) marks the low-temperature.Humidity
The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.Rainfall
In Central, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.8 rainfall days, and 32.76" (832mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 6.2 days and accumulates 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 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.
Sunshine
In Central, Tennessee, 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. For minimizing sun-related eye damage, always choose sunglasses with UVA and UVB coverage. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions
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).
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).
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).
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%).
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").
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).
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").
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).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Central, TN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 30min
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).
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).
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).
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).
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).
