December weather forecast
Lenoir City, TN

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Weather in December

Keeping up with the holiday spirit, December in Lenoir City, Tennessee, becomes the coldest month. The returning snowfall feature takes a jump to 0.2" (5mm); it is a month filled with joy and cheer. The shortened daylight hours lend a cozy feel to this winter month. Despite the quite chilly temperatures, the festive atmosphere enlivens the city. The snowy landscapes and holiday lights make December a magical end to the year.

Temperature

December's arrival in Lenoir City, Tennessee, comes with a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving subtly from a mild 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a chilly 49.3°F (9.6°C). December nights experience a consistent temperature drop to a cold 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Lenoir City.

Rainfall

In Lenoir City, Tennessee, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 117.7 rainfall days, and 11.34" (288mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, October through December are months with snowfall. In Lenoir City, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Lenoir City, Tennessee, there are 13.1 snowfall days, and 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lenoir City is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Lenoir City is 5.2h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Lenoir City. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Lenoir City?

December temperatures in Lenoir City vary between a high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and a low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is appraised at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Lenoir City?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December in Lenoir City?

The average relative humidity in December in Lenoir City, Tennessee, is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lenoir City?

In Lenoir City, during December, the rain falls for 8.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.22" (31mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Lenoir City in December?

In Lenoir City, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Lenoir City?

December has the shortest days of the year in Lenoir City, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Lenoir City have in December?

In Lenoir City, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Lenoir City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:23 pm. On the last day of the month, in Lenoir City, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:33 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lenoir City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Lenoir City?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lenoir City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Lenoir City, Tennessee, is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average temperature in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°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 (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30°F).

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Average pressure in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average pressure in December - Lenoir City, 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
Lenoir City, TN

Average wind speed in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

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Average humidity in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average humidity in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (74%).

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Average rainfall in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average rainfall in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.22"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.3").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.47").

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Average rainfall days in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (12.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average snowfall in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.7 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
Lenoir City, TN

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

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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.5 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (15.9 days).

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Average UV index in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average UV index in December - Lenoir City, 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
Lenoir City, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 28).

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Average visibility in December
Lenoir City, TN

Average visibility in December - Lenoir City, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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