December weather forecastCovington, TN

December

Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Covington, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.2°F (2.9°C) and 49.8°F (9.9°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a mild 58.3°F (14.6°C) in November to a frosty 49.8°F (9.9°C). During the month of December, the temperature generally drops to a low average of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

Rainfall

In Covington, in December, it is raining for 8.5 days, with typically 1.54" (39mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Covington, during the entire year, the rain falls for 130.1 days and collects up to 16.5" (419mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Covington, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 3.9 snowfall days, and 1.02" (26mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of December, in Covington, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Covington, the average sunshine in December is 5h.

UV index

January 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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. By wearing a generously brimmed hat, you can cut UV radiation exposure significantly. Be on the lookout! Nearly twofold UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by snow.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

The average high-temperature, in December, in Covington, is 49.8°F (9.9°C), while the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

The average relative humidity in December is 77%.

In December, in Covington, the rain falls for 8.5 days. Throughout December, 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

In Covington, in December, during 0.4 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Covington.

In December, the average day length is 9h and 48min.

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:45 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:07 am and sunset at 4:55 pm CST.

In Covington, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Covington, TN

  • Average high temperature in December: 49.8°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (71.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Covington, TN

  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.94"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Covington, TN

  • Average wind speed in December: 8.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.8mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Covington, TN

  • Average humidity in December: 77%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (69%).

Average rainfall in December
Covington, TN

  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Covington, TN

  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Covington, TN

  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Covington, TN

  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 48min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 0min

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

Average sunshine days in December
Covington, TN

  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is August (13.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Covington, TN

  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Covington, TN

  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 48).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in December
Covington, TN

  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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