December weather forecast
Cookeville, TN

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Weather in December

December witnesses the full force of winter in Cookeville with the onset of the colder months. Shorter daylight hours, lower temperatures, and an increased chance of snowfall mark the city's weather patterns for this month. Compared to November, December sees a continuation of the cold weather, but with increased severity and fluctuation in weather events. With a noticeable dip in temperatures, ranging between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 48.2°F (9°C), the month features the year's lowest temperature averages. As the year concludes, Cookeville residents prepare for the continued chill of January, promising a similar cycle of weather in the year to follow.

Temperature

In Cookeville, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's refreshing 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). Cookeville in December experiences a low-temperature average of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Cookeville, in December, it is raining for 13.6 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 173.9 rainfall days, and 38.31" (973mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cookeville, Tennessee, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 13.7 snowfall days, and 2.99" (76mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Cookeville.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, in Cookeville, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be alert! Nearly double the UV rays from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Cookeville in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Cookeville, Tennessee, are 48.2°F (9°C) and 34.7°F (1.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What are the most humid months in Cookeville?

February, March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Cookeville.

What is the average humidity in December in Cookeville?

The average relative humidity in December in Cookeville, Tennessee, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Cookeville?

In Cookeville, Tennessee, in December, during 13.6 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cookeville in December?

In Cookeville, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cookeville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Cookeville have in December?

In Cookeville, Tennessee, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Cookeville?

On the first day of December in Cookeville, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:37 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cookeville?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cookeville, Tennessee, is 4.7h.

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

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 intensity in December in Cookeville?

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

Average temperature in December - Cookeville, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

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Average pressure in December
Cookeville, TN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Cookeville, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.3mph).

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Average humidity in December
Cookeville, TN

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

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

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Average rainfall in December
Cookeville, TN

Average rainfall in December - Cookeville, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

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Average rainfall days in December
Cookeville, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.1 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Cookeville, TN

Average snowfall in December - Cookeville, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Cookeville, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Cookeville, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cookeville, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Cookeville, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.2 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (11.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Cookeville, TN

Average UV index in December - Cookeville, 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
Cookeville, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Cookeville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Cookeville, TN

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

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

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