December weather forecast
Loretto, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Loretto, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 37°F (2.8°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). December brings Loretto a consistent average low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Loretto, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 164 rainfall days, and 37.56" (954mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Loretto. In December, in Loretto, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Loretto, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.7 days and aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Loretto. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday is the peak time for the Sun's radiation; stay in the shade and protect yourself. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Notice this! Nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be caused by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Loretto?

During December, Loretto experiences an average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Loretto?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Loretto?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Loretto?

In Loretto, Tennessee, during December, the rain falls for 12.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Loretto in December?

In Loretto, Tennessee, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.43" (11mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Loretto?

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

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

In Loretto, Tennessee, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Loretto?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, in Loretto, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Loretto have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Loretto?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December in Loretto?

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

Average temperature in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

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Average pressure in December
Loretto, TN

Average pressure in December - Loretto, 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
Loretto, TN

Average wind speed in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

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Average humidity in December
Loretto, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

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Average rainfall in December
Loretto, TN

Average rainfall in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Loretto, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Loretto, TN

Average snowfall in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Loretto, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.3 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
Loretto, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loretto, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Loretto, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

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Average UV index in December
Loretto, TN

Average UV index in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Loretto, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Loretto, TN

Average visibility in December - Loretto, 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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