December weather forecast
Colonial Forest, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Colonial Forest, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.1°F (1.7°C) and an average high of 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

In Colonial Forest, the beginning of December is marked by a marginally lowered average high-temperature, shifting from November's refreshing 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Colonial Forest, in December, observes a steady average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Colonial Forest, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Colonial Forest, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.4 days and collects up to 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Colonial Forest, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Colonial Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.4 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Colonial Forest. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. Protect yourself from the midday Sun's peak UV radiation by minimizing exposure. Protect your eyes, ears, face, and neck from the Sun by wearing a wide-brimmed hat. Take note! UV radiation from the Sun can double in intensity due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 26, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Colonial Forest in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Colonial Forest, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 35.1°F (1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is evaluated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Colonial Forest, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Colonial Forest, during December, the rain falls for 12.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Colonial Forest, during December, snow falls for 2.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

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 Colonial Forest, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

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 reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average temperature in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average pressure in December - Colonial Forest, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average wind speed in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average humidity in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average rainfall in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average snowfall in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.9 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
Colonial Forest, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Colonial Forest, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average UV index in December - Colonial Forest, 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
Colonial Forest, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Colonial Forest, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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

Average visibility in December
Colonial Forest, TN

Average visibility in December - Colonial Forest, 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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