December weather forecast
Erie, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Erie, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature varying between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December coincides with a small decrease in the average high-temperature, down to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C) from a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C). December's average low-temperature reading settles at a cold 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Erie, in December, it is raining for 12.3 days, with typically 3.7" (94mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Erie, during the entire year, the rain falls for 159.4 days and collects up to 35.71" (907mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Erie, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.51" (13mm) of snow. In Erie, during the entire year, snow falls for 12.9 days and aggregates up to 3.46" (88mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. The Sun is most powerful around mid-day, so it's a good practice to reduce direct exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Erie in December?

Erie in December has an average high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Erie, during December, the rain falls for 12.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.7" (94mm) of precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Erie, during December, snow falls for 2.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.51" (13mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Erie?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Erie, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Erie, TN

Average temperature in December - Erie, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°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 (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Erie, TN

Average pressure in December - Erie, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Erie, TN

Average wind speed in December - Erie, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Erie, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Erie, TN

Average rainfall in December - Erie, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.7"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.9").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.93").

Average rainfall days in December
Erie, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Erie, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Erie, TN

Average snowfall in December - Erie, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.51"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Erie, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Erie, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.1 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
Erie, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Erie, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Erie, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Erie, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Erie, TN

Average UV index in December - Erie, 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
Erie, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Erie, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Erie, TN

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

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

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