December weather forecast
Elgin, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Elgin, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 32.9°F (0.5°C) and an average high of 46.2°F (7.9°C).

Temperature

With the onset of December, the average high-temperature subtly recedes from November's fresh 54.1°F (12.3°C) to a frosty 46.2°F (7.9°C). During December, the average low-temperature in Elgin, Tennessee, is an icy 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Elgin, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.54" (90mm) of precipitation. In Elgin, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174 days and collects up to 39.69" (1008mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Elgin. In Elgin, in December, during 6.3 snowfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Elgin, during the entire year, snow falls for 31.5 days and aggregates up to 13.11" (333mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Elgin, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Elgin, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elgin, the average sunshine in December is 4.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elgin. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. On days when the sun blazes, arm yourself with sunglasses that block UVA and UVB radiation. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Elgin?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Elgin during December are 46.2°F (7.9°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in August is calculated to be 93.2°F (34°C).

What is the most humid month in Elgin?

The months with the highest humidity in Elgin are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How much does it rain in Elgin in December?

In Elgin, in December, it is raining for 12.8 days, with typically 3.54" (90mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Elgin in December?

In Elgin, in December, snow falls for 6.3 days, with typically accumulated 2.4" (61mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elgin?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elgin have in December?

In December, the average day length in Elgin is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Elgin?

On the first day of December in Elgin, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elgin have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.4h.

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

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Elgin?

In Elgin, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Elgin, TN

Average temperature in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elgin, TN

Average pressure in December - Elgin, 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
Elgin, TN

Average wind speed in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

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

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Average humidity in December
Elgin, TN

Average humidity in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is June (77%).

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Average rainfall in December
Elgin, TN

Average rainfall in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.56").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elgin, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The months with the highest number of rainy days are May and July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elgin, TN

Average snowfall in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.4"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (4.76").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elgin, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6.3 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (8.4 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elgin, 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 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 9h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elgin, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elgin, TN

Average UV index in December - Elgin, 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).

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Average cloud cover in December
Elgin, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 35).

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Average visibility in December
Elgin, TN

Average visibility in December - Elgin, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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