December weather forecast
Acton, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Acton, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37.8°F (3.2°C) and 50.9°F (10.5°C).

Temperature

In Acton, the average high-temperature in December gently drops from a mild 59°F (15°C) in November to a fresh 50.9°F (10.5°C). Acton's nighttime temperature during December is consistently averaged at a cold 37.8°F (3.2°C).

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Acton, in December, it is raining for 13.2 days, with typically 3.07" (78mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Acton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 166.5 days and collects up to 37.95" (964mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 0.6 days. Throughout December, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is accumulated. In Acton, during the entire year, snow falls for 5.9 days and aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) 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 6:44 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Despite most people tolerating extended sun exposure, it is critical to always protect those with sensitive skin, infants, and children. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 10, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Acton, is 50.9°F (10.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 37.8°F (3.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 91.4°F (33°C).

What is the most humid month?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Acton, in December, during 13.2 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Acton, in December, during 0.6 snowfall days, 0.08" (2mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Acton have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 51min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:42 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:01 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

How high is the UV index in December?

In Acton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Acton, TN

Average temperature in December - Acton, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (90°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (47.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Acton, TN

Average pressure in December - Acton, 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
Acton, TN

Average wind speed in December - Acton, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Acton, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Acton, TN

Average rainfall in December - Acton, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.69").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.01").

Average rainfall days in December
Acton, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Acton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Acton, TN

Average snowfall in December - Acton, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.08"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Acton, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Acton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Acton, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Acton, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Acton, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Acton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Acton, TN

Average UV index in December - Acton, TN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Acton, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Acton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The months with the least cloud cover are June, August and September (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Acton, TN

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

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

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