December weather forecast
Elizabethton, TN

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A small waterfall draining into a calm pool below, in the iconic Blue Hole Waterfalls in Elizabethton, Tennessee, within the Cherokee National Park
A small waterfall draining into a calm pool below, in the iconic Blue Hole Waterfalls in Elizabethton, Tennessee, within the Cherokee National Park

Weather in December

December in Elizabethton welcomes the full force of winter as temperatures dip drastically to mark the coldest time of the year. The minimum temperature dips to a harsh 31.8°F (-0.1°C), establishing it as one of the coldest months. Snowfall resumes, carpeting the city in a layer of white and marking the onset of the classic holiday season. The dwindling daylight hours drop to 9.7 hours, resulting in shorter days. Thus, December wraps up the year with festive celebrations amidst a snow-covered backdrop.

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a fresh 54°F (12.2°C) in November to a frosty 46.4°F (8°C). Elizabethton records an average low of 31.8°F (-0.1°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Elizabethton, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 187.5 rainfall days, and 31.73" (806mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.1 days and accumulates 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Elizabethton, Tennessee, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum daily UV index of 2 during December morphs into the following directions:
Children necessitate constant protection from sunlight, unlike the majority, who can remain under the sun for about an hour without burning. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Be informed! The Sun's UV radiation can be nearly doubled due to the reflection from snow.
Updated: Aug 22, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Elizabethton in December has an average high-temperature of 46.4°F (8°C) and an average low-temperature of 31.8°F (-0.1°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Elizabethton, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 2.99" (76mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.1 days and typically aggregates up to 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Elizabethton, in December, snow falls for 5.1 days, with typically accumulated 3.74" (95mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Elizabethton have in December?

In Elizabethton, Tennessee, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:13 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Elizabethton have in December?

In Elizabethton, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

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

Average temperature in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (26.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average pressure in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average wind speed in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest months (with the highest average wind speed) are January and April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Elizabethton, TN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average rainfall in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.27").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.69").

Average rainfall days in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (20.4 days).
The months with the least rainy days are October and November (11.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average snowfall in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 3.74"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (3.74").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Elizabethton, 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: 5h and 2min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Elizabethton, TN

Average UV index in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are 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
Elizabethton, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Elizabethton, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Elizabethton, TN

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

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

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