December weather forecast
Cross Plains, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Cross Plains, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 47.5°F (8.6°C) and 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Temperature

In the transition to December, Cross Plains observes a minor drop in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a chilly 47.5°F (8.6°C). An average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) is anticipated throughout the nights during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, in Cross Plains, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Cross Plains, there are 179.9 rainfall days, and 43.19" (1097mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Cross Plains, in December, snow falls for 3.9 days, with typically accumulated 1.02" (26mm) of snow. In Cross Plains, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 18.5 days and aggregates up to 5.98" (152mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Cross Plains, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Cross Plains, Tennessee, is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Cross Plains are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index, 2 in December, converts into the following recommendations:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. The Sun is at its harshest during midday; protect yourself by staying in shaded areas and minimizing exposure. Prioritize a wide-brim hat for comprehensive sun defense for your face, neck, eyes, and ears. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Cross Plains?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Cross Plains, is 47.5°F (8.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What are the most humid months in Cross Plains?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Cross Plains?

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

How many days does it rain in December in Cross Plains?

In Cross Plains, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.35" (85mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Cross Plains in December?

In Cross Plains, Tennessee, during December, snow falls for 3.9 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.02" (26mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Cross Plains?

With an average of 9h and 42min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.

How many hours of daylight does Cross Plains have in December?

In December, the average day length in Cross Plains, Tennessee, is 9h and 43min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Cross Plains?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Cross Plains, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Cross Plains?

The average sunshine duration in December in Cross Plains is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Cross Plains?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Cross Plains?

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

Average temperature in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.5°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 (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average pressure in December - Cross Plains, 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
Cross Plains, TN

Average wind speed in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average humidity in December - Cross Plains, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average rainfall in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.35"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (5.08").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.48").

Average rainfall days in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average snowfall in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.02"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (5.7 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
Cross Plains, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Cross Plains, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average UV index in December - Cross Plains, 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
Cross Plains, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 53

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Cross Plains, TN

Average visibility in December - Cross Plains, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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