December weather forecast
Rutherford, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rutherford, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48°F (8.9°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

December comes with a decrease in the average high-temperature, falling from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a chilly 48°F (8.9°C). In Rutherford, an average temperature of 36°F (2.2°C) is noted during December nights.

Humidity

In Rutherford, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Rutherford, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 161.7 rainfall days, and 38.46" (977mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Rutherford, during December, snow falls for 0.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.6 snowfall days, and 4.69" (119mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Rutherford are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Rutherford in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rutherford, is 48°F (8.9°C) and the average low-temperature is 36°F (2.2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Rutherford?

The average relative humidity in December in Rutherford, Tennessee, is 78%.

How much does it rain in Rutherford in December?

In Rutherford, Tennessee, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.39" (86mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Rutherford?

In December, in Rutherford, Tennessee, it is snowing for 0.8 days. Throughout December, 0.59" (15mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rutherford?

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

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

In Rutherford, Tennessee, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rutherford?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:48 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:06 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rutherford?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rutherford?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Rutherford?

In Rutherford, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Rutherford, TN

Average temperature in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

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Average pressure in December
Rutherford, TN

Average pressure in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Rutherford, TN

Average wind speed in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.5mph).

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Average humidity in December
Rutherford, TN

Average humidity in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (70%).

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Average rainfall in December
Rutherford, TN

Average rainfall in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.39"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is April (4.33").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.65").

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Average rainfall days in December
Rutherford, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (10 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Rutherford, TN

Average snowfall in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.46").
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
Rutherford, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Rutherford, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rutherford, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Rutherford, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (12.3 days).

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Average UV index in December
Rutherford, TN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 2).

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Average cloud cover in December
Rutherford, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Rutherford, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 25).

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Average visibility in December
Rutherford, TN

Average visibility in December - Rutherford, 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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