December weather forecastGalaxy Heights, TN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Galaxy Heights, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).Temperature
The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Throughout December nights, Galaxy Heights experiences a consistent temperature average of 36.1°F (2.3°C).Humidity
December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.Rainfall
The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Galaxy Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.
Sunshine
With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.UV index
January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. Your best bet for sun defense on the face, eyes, and neck is a hat with a wide brim. Note this! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflection off snow.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).
Average pressure in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).
Average humidity in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, October and November (75%).
Average rainfall in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average rainfall in December: 1.18"
The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").
Average rainfall days in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.1 days).
Average snowfall in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average snowfall in December: 0.04"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Galaxy Heights, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).
Average sunshine days in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).
Average UV index in December
Galaxy 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).
Average cloud cover in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average cloud cover in December: 49
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Galaxy Heights, TN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are June, October and November (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, July, August, September and December (5mi).
