December weather forecast
Buena Vista, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Buena Vista, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 36°F (2.2°C) and max 48.4°F (9.1°C).

Temperature

December marks a gentle change in average high-temperature, declining from November's refreshing 57°F (13.9°C) to a chilly 48.4°F (9.1°C). Buena Vista, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Buena Vista, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Buena Vista, during the entire year, the rain falls for 133.4 days and collects up to 17.05" (433mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Buena Vista, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow. In Buena Vista, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.1 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Buena Vista. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Avoiding direct sun during mid-day hours can prevent harmful UV radiation exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Remember this! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by the reflective properties of snow.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 48.4°F (9.1°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 1.77" (45mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Buena Vista?

In December, it is snowing for 1.5 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 in Buena Vista.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:45 am and sunset at 4:39 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:03 am and sunset at 4:49 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Buena Vista, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, TN

Average temperature in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average pressure in December - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, TN

Average wind speed in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are February and April (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5mph).

Average humidity in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average humidity in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average rainfall in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.77"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.71").

Average rainfall days in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average snowfall in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Buena Vista, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.8 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Buena Vista, TN

Average UV index in December - Buena Vista, 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
Buena Vista, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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
Buena Vista, TN

Average visibility in December - Buena Vista, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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