December weather forecast
Sykes, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sykes, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in temperature, down from a moderate 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Sykes observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sykes, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.27" (83mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Sykes, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, in Sykes, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sykes, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sykes is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Sykes, Tennessee, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Sykes in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Sykes, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month in Sykes?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Sykes?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Sykes?

In December, in Sykes, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in Sykes in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Sykes?

The month with the shortest days in Sykes is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

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

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Sykes?

On the first day of December in Sykes, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Sykes?

In Sykes, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Sykes?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Sykes?

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

Average temperature in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

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Average pressure in December
Sykes, TN

Average pressure in December - Sykes, 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 (29.97"Hg).

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Average wind speed in December
Sykes, TN

Average wind speed in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

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Average humidity in December
Sykes, TN

Average humidity in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

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Average rainfall in December
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

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Average rainfall days in December
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

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Average snowfall in December
Sykes, TN

Average snowfall in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

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Average snowfall days in December
Sykes, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sykes, 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 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 18min).

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Average sunshine days in December
Sykes, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

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Average UV index in December
Sykes, TN

Average UV index in December - Sykes, 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
Sykes, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

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Average visibility in December
Sykes, TN

Average visibility in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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