December weather forecast
Bethesda, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Bethesda, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a minor change in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). In December, Bethesda reports a consistent average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) during the nights.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Bethesda, during December, the rain falls for 10.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation. In Bethesda, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.9 days and collects up to 17.32" (440mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Bethesda, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests these recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.

Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Bethesda in December?

During December, Bethesda experiences an average high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and a low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Bethesda, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.34" (34mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The months with the most snowfall are February and December, with an average 0.2" (5mm) of accumulated snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Bethesda, during December, snow falls for 0.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:56 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Bethesda have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bethesda, TN

Average temperature in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°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 (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethesda, TN

Average pressure in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"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).

Average wind speed in December
Bethesda, TN

Average wind speed in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethesda, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethesda, TN

Average rainfall in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.34"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethesda, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.2 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethesda, TN

Average snowfall in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The months with the highest snowfall are February and December (0.2").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bethesda, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August and September (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethesda, 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 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethesda, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethesda, TN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Bethesda, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Bethesda, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Bethesda, TN

Average visibility in December - Bethesda, 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).

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