December weather forecast
Sentinel Heights, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sentinel Heights, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

In Sentinel Heights, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) in November to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). Sentinel Heights's average low-temperature in December is measured at a wintry 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month in Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 12.5 days, with typically 3.78" (96mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 163.6 rainfall days, and 37.44" (951mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Sentinel Heights, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) of snow. In Sentinel Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.2 days and aggregates up to 2.01" (51mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.8h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Sentinel Heights.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December translates into the following guidance:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Being in direct Sun during midday can be harmful due to intense solar radiation; take precautions. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Watch out! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly magnified twofold due to snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Sentinel Heights?

In Sentinel Heights, 49.1°F (9.5°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.2°F (1.8°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), 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 Sentinel Heights?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Sentinel Heights.

What is the average humidity in December in Sentinel Heights?

In Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sentinel Heights?

In December, in Sentinel Heights, the rain falls for 12.5 days. Throughout December, 3.78" (96mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Sentinel Heights?

In December, in Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sentinel Heights?

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 Sentinel Heights?

The average day length in December in Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Sentinel Heights?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, in Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Sentinel Heights?

The month with the least sunshine in Sentinel Heights is December, with an average of 4.8h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sentinel Heights?

In Sentinel Heights, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

When is the lowest UV index in Sentinel Heights?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Sentinel Heights?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average temperature in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°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 (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°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 (30.2°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average pressure in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"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
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average wind speed in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average humidity in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, July, August, September, October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average rainfall in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.78"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.28").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average snowfall in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sentinel Heights, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 48min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.8 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average UV index in December - Sentinel Heights, 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
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

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Average visibility in December
Sentinel Heights, TN

Average visibility in December - Sentinel Heights, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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