December weather forecast
Lebanon, TN

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Weather in December

December in Lebanon, Tennessee, experiences the onset of winter with average high temperatures dipping further to 48.9°F (9.4°C). A significant drop from November's already chilly climate marks December as the beginning of the winter season. The abrupt reduction in sunshine hours and a tendency towards cloudy skies prepare the city for the short, cold days that lie ahead in January. The emergence of snowfall, albeit minimal at 0.55" (14mm), announces the advent of the snowy season. December serves as a gateway, leading from the clarity of late autumn to the numbing cold and stark landscapes of the harsh winter.

Temperature

The arrival of December in Lebanon is marked by a minor reduction in average high-temperature, sliding from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a chilly 48.9°F (9.4°C). In December, Lebanon experiences an average nighttime temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Lebanon, Tennessee, are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Lebanon, Tennessee, the rain falls for 13.3 days. Throughout December, 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Lebanon, during the entire year, the rain falls for 182.4 days and collects up to 39.8" (1011mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Lebanon. In Lebanon, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow. In Lebanon, during the entire year, snow falls for 16.1 days and aggregates up to 3.66" (93mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Lebanon, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Lebanon, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Lebanon is 4.7h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lebanon. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: During December, 2 as the daily maximum UV index converts into the following advice:
Extended sun exposure is not an issue for the majority. Children, infants, and fair-skinned individuals always need to be protected. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Sunglasses providing both UVA and UVB protection are non-negotiable on sunlit days. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Lebanon in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature in Lebanon during December are 48.9°F (9.4°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Lebanon?

The months with the highest humidity in Lebanon, Tennessee, are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December in Lebanon?

In Lebanon, Tennessee, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lebanon?

In Lebanon, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.03" (77mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lebanon in December?

In Lebanon, Tennessee, in December, snow falls for 2.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lebanon?

The month with the shortest days in Lebanon is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Lebanon?

The average day length in December in Lebanon is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lebanon?

On the first day of December in Lebanon, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:38 am and sunset at 4:30 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Lebanon?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Lebanon is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Lebanon?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Lebanon?

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

Average temperature in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.9°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 (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lebanon, TN

Average pressure in December - Lebanon, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Lebanon, TN

Average wind speed in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lebanon, TN

Average humidity in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (75%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lebanon, TN

Average rainfall in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.03"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.92").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.24").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lebanon, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lebanon, TN

Average snowfall in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lebanon, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Lebanon, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lebanon, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lebanon, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lebanon, TN

Average UV index in December - Lebanon, 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
Lebanon, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Lebanon, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

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Average visibility in December
Lebanon, TN

Average visibility in December - Lebanon, 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).

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