December weather forecastOld Hickory, TN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Old Hickory, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).Temperature
Old Hickory's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a moderate 56.8°F (13.8°C) in November to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). The mean low-temperature during December nights is an icy 35.4°F (1.9°C).Humidity
March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Old Hickory, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 178.6 rainfall days, and 39.29" (998mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
January, February and December, with an average of 4.6h 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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Direct Sun exposure should be minimized especially during midday when radiation is most intense. Outfit yourself in sun-safe attire, like long sleeves, pants, a hat, and UV-blocking sunglasses. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average high temperature in December: 48.2°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 (43.9°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).
Average pressure in December
Old Hickory, 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).
Average wind speed in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).
Average humidity in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average humidity in December: 78%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average rainfall in December: 3.07"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").
Average rainfall days in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).
Average snowfall in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average snowfall in December: 0.43"
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").
Average snowfall days in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average daylight in December: 9h and 42min
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 36min
The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Old Hickory, TN
- Average sunshine days in December: 15 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).
Average UV index in December
Old Hickory, 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
Old Hickory, TN
- Average cloud cover in December: 51
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).
Average visibility in December
Old Hickory, 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).
