December weather forecast
Dickson, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Dickson, is still a chilly month, with temperature in the range of an average high of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average low of 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). An average nighttime temperature of 35.6°F (2°C) is observed in Dickson during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Dickson, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Dickson, during the entire year, the rain falls for 163.4 days and collects up to 35.59" (904mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Dickson are January through April, October through December. In Dickson, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 9.8 snowfall days, and 4.09" (104mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

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 threat to health from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. Always opt for UVA and UVB-resistant sunglasses on radiant days. Mind you! Snow reflection can increase the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Jul 25, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

The high-temperature during December is 48.2°F (9°C) and the low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Dickson, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.95" (75mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Dickson, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year in Dickson, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

What are the months with the least sunshine in Dickson?

The months with the least sunshine are February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Dickson, TN

Average temperature in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Dickson, TN

Average pressure in December - Dickson, 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 (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Dickson, TN

Average wind speed in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

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

Average humidity in December
Dickson, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March, May and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Dickson, TN

Average rainfall in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.95"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.02").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.09").

Average rainfall days in December
Dickson, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Dickson, TN

Average snowfall in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is March (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Dickson, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.3 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
Dickson, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Dickson, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Dickson, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.1 days).

Average UV index in December
Dickson, TN

Average UV index in December - Dickson, 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
Dickson, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Dickson, TN

Average visibility in December - Dickson, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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