December weather forecast
Carlton, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carlton, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.5°F (9.7°C) and min 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

Start of December brings a slight shift in the average high-temperature, dipping a bit from November's moderate 57.2°F (14°C) to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). Carlton's average low-temperature for the month of December records at an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Carlton, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 148.2 rainfall days, and 18.23" (463mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, October through December. In Carlton, in December, snow falls for 3.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Carlton, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.9 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 5.2h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Limiting sun exposure during midday hours helps in reducing the harmful effects of UV radiation. A wide-brimmed hat is a staple for defending the face, eyes, ears, and neck from the Sun. Take to heart! Snow reflection can almost magnify the Sun's UV radiation twofold.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature in Carlton during December is 49.5°F (9.7°C) and the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Carlton, Tennessee, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Carlton, during December, the rain falls for 11.1 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.54" (39mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carlton, in December, during 3.6 snowfall days, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Carlton, 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 7:28 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.2h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°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 (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Carlton, TN

Average pressure in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Carlton, TN

Average wind speed in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (5.9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Carlton, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Carlton, TN

Average rainfall in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.54"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.2").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.94").

Average rainfall days in December
Carlton, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carlton, TN

Average snowfall in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carlton, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.4 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
Carlton, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carlton, 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 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carlton, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (12.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Carlton, TN

Average UV index in December - Carlton, 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
Carlton, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Carlton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Carlton, TN

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

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

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