December weather forecast
Tollesboro, KY

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tollesboro, is also an icy month, with an average temperature ranging between max 42.1°F (5.6°C) and min 31.1°F (-0.5°C).

Temperature

December's onset brings a reduction in the average high-temperature, from a fresh 52°F (11.1°C) in November to a wintry 42.1°F (5.6°C). Tollesboro experiences a mean temperature of 31.1°F (-0.5°C) during December nights.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

Rainfall

In Tollesboro, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 101.6 rainfall days, and 8.15" (207mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Tollesboro. In Tollesboro, during December, snow falls for 4.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.24" (6mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 21.9 snowfall days, and 1.57" (40mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Tollesboro, with an average of 9h and 30min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.2h.

UV index

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Long-term sun exposure is typically not a concern for most. However, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children must always have protection. The Sun's most intense and consequently most harmful UV radiation during midday hours should be decreased by minimizing exposure and seeking shade. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

How cold does it get in Tollesboro in December?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Tollesboro, is 42.1°F (5.6°C) and the average low-temperature is 31.1°F (-0.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in August is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Tollesboro?

The average relative humidity in December in Tollesboro is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tollesboro?

In Tollesboro, Kentucky, during December, the rain falls for 7.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.75" (19mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in Tollesboro in December?

In Tollesboro, Kentucky, in December, during 4.3 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Tollesboro?

With an average of 9h and 30min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Tollesboro.

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

The average day length in December in Tollesboro, Kentucky, is 9h and 32min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Tollesboro?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:33 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:51 am and sunset at 5:23 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Tollesboro?

In Tollesboro, Kentucky, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.2h.

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

January, February, November and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Tollesboro.

How high is the UV index in December in Tollesboro?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Tollesboro is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average temperature in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average high temperature in December: 42.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.7°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (37°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average pressure in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.15"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average wind speed in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is January (8.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average humidity in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (82%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average rainfall in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.75"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (0.87").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.35").

Average rainfall days in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average rainfall days in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average rainfall days in December: 7.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (11.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average snowfall in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The months with the highest snowfall are January and February (0.39").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average snowfall days in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average snowfall days in December: 4.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 3min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 48min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 30min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is August (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average sunshine days in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (15.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average UV index in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, November and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average cloud cover in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average cloud cover in December: 57

The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Tollesboro, KY

Average visibility in December - Tollesboro, KY
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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