December weather forecast
Carthage Junction, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Carthage Junction, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 35.2°F (1.8°C) and 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Carthage Junction's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C) in December.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Carthage Junction.

Rainfall

In Carthage Junction, Tennessee, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation. In Carthage Junction, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.2 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Carthage Junction, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Carthage Junction, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Carthage Junction, the average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Notice! The UV radiation of the Sun can be intensified nearly twofold due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 15, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature in Carthage Junction during December is 48.6°F (9.2°C) and the low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Carthage Junction.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Carthage Junction, during December, the rain falls for 13.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Carthage Junction, during December, snow falls for 2.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.39" (10mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Carthage Junction have in December?

In Carthage Junction, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Carthage Junction have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

In Carthage Junction, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average temperature in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average pressure in December - Carthage Junction, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average wind speed in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average humidity in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average rainfall in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average snowfall in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Carthage Junction, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • 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 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average UV index in December - Carthage Junction, 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
Carthage Junction, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Carthage Junction, TN

Average visibility in December - Carthage Junction, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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