December weather forecast
Colonial Heights, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Colonial Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.1°F (8.4°C) and min 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Colonial Heights's average high-temperature eases from a mild 55.4°F (13°C) to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). Throughout December, Colonial Heights anticipates an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

In Colonial Heights, Tennessee, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Heights, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Colonial Heights, there are 157.8 rainfall days, and 27.2" (691mm) 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 5.5 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Remember! The Sun's UV radiation can be magnified almost twofold by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Colonial Heights in December has an average high-temperature of 47.1°F (8.4°C) and an average low-temperature of 32.7°F (0.4°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Colonial Heights, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Colonial Heights, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:23 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:41 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average pressure in December - Colonial Heights, 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
Colonial Heights, TN

Average wind speed in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average humidity in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average rainfall in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.83"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.54").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.06").

Average rainfall days in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (18 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average snowfall in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.31").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colonial Heights, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average UV index in December - Colonial Heights, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Colonial Heights, 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 August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Colonial Heights, TN

Average visibility in December - Colonial Heights, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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