December weather forecastSpringfield, TN
December
Weather in December
With December’s arrival, winter is established in Springfield, Tennessee. The city greets frosty mornings as temperatures plunge to a monthly high of 47.5°F (8.6°C). The trees stand bare, silhouetted in the cool winter skies. The cold winds imply the progression of the bitter winter months. Revisiting the year's journey, December embraces the cold winter season marking the beginning of another weather cycle.Temperature
The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a frosty 47.5°F (8.6°C). An average low-temperature of 34.9°F (1.6°C) is recorded during the nights in December in Springfield.Humidity
March, May and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.Rainfall
In Springfield, in December, during 12.2 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Springfield, during the entire year, the rain falls for 174.6 days and collects up to 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall in Springfield, Tennessee, are January through April, November and December. In Springfield, in December, snow falls for 2.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.67" (17mm) of snow. In Springfield, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.9 days and aggregates up to 4.06" (103mm) of snow.Daylight
December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.On the first day of December in Springfield, sunrise is at 6:41 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:59 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.
Sunshine
In Springfield, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
It is important to always shield children, babies, and individuals with sensitive skin from prolonged exposure to the sun. Avoiding the Sun during its peak radiation time around midday is a healthy practice. During bright days, sunglasses that offer UVA and UVB defense are recommended. 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
Springfield, TN
- Average high temperature in December: 47.5°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 34.9°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).
Average pressure in December
Springfield, 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 (29.96"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Springfield, TN
- Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).
Average humidity in December
Springfield, TN
- Average humidity in December: 79%
The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).
Average rainfall in December
Springfield, TN
- Average rainfall in December: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").
Average rainfall days in December
Springfield, TN
- Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.7 days).
Average snowfall in December
Springfield, TN
- Average snowfall in December: 0.67"
The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Springfield, TN
- Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Springfield, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in December
Springfield, TN
- Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.5 days).
Average UV index in December
Springfield, 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
Springfield, TN
- Average cloud cover in December: 53
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).
Average visibility in December
Springfield, TN
- Average visibility in December: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The month with the lowest visibility is May (5mi).
