December weather forecast
Clinton, TN

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Weather in December

December, the last month of the year, plunges Clinton, Tennessee into full-fledged winter. The temperature falls further to a low of 34.7°F (1.5°C). December witnesses the re-emergence of snowfall with a total of 0.79" (20mm). The city starts preparing for Christmas celebrations creating a festive atmosphere despite the cold weather. The winter chill, snow and festive celebrations make December a unique month in its own right.

Temperature

With the arrival of December, Clinton notices a mild change in the average high-temperature, sliding from November's mild 56.3°F (13.5°C) to a frosty 48.4°F (9.1°C). An average nighttime temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) is recorded during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Clinton, in December, it is raining for 14.7 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Clinton, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.8 days and collects up to 38.27" (972mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Clinton, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 0.79" (20mm) of snow. In Clinton, during the entire year, snow falls for 21 days and aggregates up to 5.71" (145mm) 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 7:29 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun is at its strongest around midday, find shade and limit exposure. Arm yourself against UV rays' harm with protective apparel and UV-filtering shades. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Clinton, is 48.4°F (9.1°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.7°F (1.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 14.7 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 3.9 days. Throughout December, 0.79" (20mm) 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 Clinton.

How many hours of daylight does Clinton have in December?

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 7:29 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Clinton, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Clinton, TN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°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 (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Clinton, TN

Average pressure in December - Clinton, 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
Clinton, TN

Average wind speed in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Clinton, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Clinton, TN

Average rainfall in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Clinton, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Clinton, TN

Average snowfall in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.79"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.05").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Clinton, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (6.4 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
Clinton, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Clinton, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Clinton, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.7 days).
The months with the least sunshine days are February and July (10.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Clinton, TN

Average UV index in December - Clinton, 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
Clinton, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Clinton, TN

Average visibility in December - Clinton, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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