December weather forecastWatauga, TN
December
Weather in December
The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Watauga, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).Temperature
The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Watauga, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).Humidity
In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.Rainfall
In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Watauga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) 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, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.
Sunshine
In Watauga, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.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 hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. 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
Watauga, TN
- Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).
- Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).
Average pressure in December
Watauga, TN
- Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).
Average wind speed in December
Watauga, TN
- Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).
Average humidity in December
Watauga, TN
- Average humidity in December: 80%
The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).
Average rainfall in December
Watauga, TN
- Average rainfall in December: 2.87"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").
Average rainfall days in December
Watauga, TN
- Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).
Average snowfall in December
Watauga, TN
- Average snowfall in December: 4.92"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in December
Watauga, TN
- Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Watauga, 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: 5h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).
Average sunshine days in December
Watauga, TN
- Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days
The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).
Average UV index in December
Watauga, TN
- Average UV index in December: 2
The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).
Average cloud cover in December
Watauga, TN
- Average cloud cover in December: 50
The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).
Average visibility in December
Watauga, TN
- Average visibility in December: 5mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (5mi).
