December weather forecast
Daylight, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Daylight, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.9°F (9.4°C) and min 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) in November to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C). Daylight, during December nights, observes an average temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Daylight, during December, the rain falls for 12.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. In Daylight, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.3 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Daylight, Tennessee, in December, during 1.6 snowfall days, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Daylight, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) 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 December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double 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 December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 48.9°F (9.4°C) and a low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is computed to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 81%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Daylight, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Daylight, in December, snow falls for 1.6 days, with typically accumulated 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Daylight, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:35 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Daylight have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

Average temperature in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°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 (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Daylight, TN

Average pressure in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Daylight, TN

Average wind speed in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

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
Daylight, TN

Average humidity in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Daylight, TN

Average rainfall in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
Daylight, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Daylight, TN

Average snowfall in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Daylight, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.6 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
Daylight, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Daylight, 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: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Daylight, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Daylight, TN

Average UV index in December - Daylight, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Daylight, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Daylight, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

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
Daylight, TN

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

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

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