December weather forecast
Highland Forest, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Highland Forest, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.7°F (1.5°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). During December, an average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is observed.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

In Highland Forest, Tennessee, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Highland Forest. In Highland Forest, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.6 snowfall days, and 3.15" (80mm) 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 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Highland Forest?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Highland Forest, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Highland Forest?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Highland Forest.

What is the average humidity in December in Highland Forest?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Highland Forest?

In December, in Highland Forest, Tennessee, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Highland Forest in December?

In Highland Forest, in December, during 2.2 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Highland Forest?

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

How many hours of daylight does Highland Forest have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Highland Forest?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Highland Forest?

The months with the least sunshine in Highland Forest, Tennessee, are January and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Highland Forest have in December?

In Highland Forest, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Highland Forest?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Highland Forest?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Highland Forest is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average temperature in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

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Average pressure in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average pressure in December - Highland Forest, 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
Highland Forest, TN

Average wind speed in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

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Average humidity in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average humidity in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average rainfall in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average snowfall in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average UV index in December - Highland Forest, 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
Highland Forest, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

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Average visibility in December
Highland Forest, TN

Average visibility in December - Highland Forest, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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