December weather forecast
Colonial Heights, TN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a refreshing 55.4°F (13°C) in November to a frosty 47.1°F (8.4°C). In the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Colonial Heights dips to a steady average of 32.7°F (0.4°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December in Colonial Heights is 78%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Heights, in December, it is raining for 13.9 days, with typically 2.83" (72mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colonial Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 157.8 days and collects up to 27.2" (691mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall in Colonial Heights, Tennessee. 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 in Colonial Heights is 5.3h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Colonial Heights 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 unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Colonial Heights?

In December, in Colonial Heights, the average high-temperature is 47.1°F (8.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 32.7°F (0.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Colonial Heights?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Colonial Heights?

In Colonial Heights, in December, during 13.9 rainfall days, 2.83" (72mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it snow the most in Colonial Heights?

December is the month with the most snowfall in Colonial Heights. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 3.31" (84mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Colonial Heights?

In Colonial Heights, in December, during 5.5 snowfall days, 3.31" (84mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Colonial Heights?

The month with the shortest days in Colonial Heights, Tennessee, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Colonial Heights?

The average day length in December in Colonial Heights, Tennessee, is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Colonial Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, 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 in Colonial Heights?

In Colonial Heights, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.3h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Colonial Heights?

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?

In Colonial Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
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).

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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).

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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).

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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%).

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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").

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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).

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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").

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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).

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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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