December weather forecast
Bethsalem, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Bethsalem, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.8°F (2.1°C) and an average high of 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally decreases from a moderate 57.9°F (14.4°C) in November to a cool 50°F (10°C). Bethsalem, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 8.8 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Bethsalem, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Bethsalem are January through March, November and December. In Bethsalem, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, in Bethsalem, there are 8.3 snowfall days, and 1.5" (38mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Bethsalem.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

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 exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Sun exposure does not present considerable issues for many, yet infants, fair-skinned people, and children necessitate constant protection. For skin protection, it's recommended to minimize Sun exposure during its peak hours around midday. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Heed this! Snow reflection can almost augment the UV radiation of the sun by double.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Bethsalem?

The high-temperature, in December, in Bethsalem, records 50°F (10°C), while the low-temperature is 35.8°F (2.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Bethsalem?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Bethsalem, in December, during 8.8 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Bethsalem, during December, snow falls for 1.4 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.

How many hours of daylight does Bethsalem have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average temperature in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average pressure in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average wind speed in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average humidity in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average rainfall in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Bethsalem, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 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
Bethsalem, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Bethsalem, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average UV index in December - Bethsalem, 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).

Average cloud cover in December
Bethsalem, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Bethsalem, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Bethsalem, TN

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

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

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