December weather forecast
Elk Valley, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Elk Valley, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 33.3°F (0.7°C) and max 46.4°F (8°C).

Temperature

Elk Valley in December undergoes a slight reduction in the average high-temperature, shifting from November's cool 54.5°F (12.5°C) to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Elk Valley encounters an average low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C) during December nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elk Valley, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Elk Valley, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 185.9 days and collects up to 42.28" (1074mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Elk Valley. In Elk Valley, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Elk Valley, there are 30.3 snowfall days, and 10.71" (272mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Elk Valley is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Elk Valley, Tennessee. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Though extended exposure to the sun typically does not concern most people, it is crucial to always shield children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoiding the Sun's peak radiation during midday hours is essential for health and safety. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Elk Valley in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and a low-temperature of 33.3°F (0.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Elk Valley?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Elk Valley?

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

How much does it rain in Elk Valley in December?

In Elk Valley, in December, during 14.3 rainfall days, 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Elk Valley in December?

In Elk Valley, Tennessee, in December, snow falls for 6 days, with typically accumulated 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Elk Valley?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Elk Valley?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Elk Valley?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:21 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:31 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elk Valley have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Elk Valley, Tennessee, is 4.6h.

When is the lowest UV index in Elk Valley?

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 Elk Valley?

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

Average temperature in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°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 (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (63.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average pressure in December - Elk Valley, 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 (29.98"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average wind speed in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

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Average humidity in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average humidity in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

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

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Average rainfall in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average rainfall in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.65").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

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Average rainfall days in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average snowfall in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.01"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.1 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
Elk Valley, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elk Valley, 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 0min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (15.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average UV index in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are May, June 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
Elk Valley, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 55

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 58).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

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Average visibility in December
Elk Valley, TN

Average visibility in December - Elk Valley, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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