December weather forecast
Fairfax Heights, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Fairfax Heights, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

December is characterized by a slight reduction in average high-temperature, easing from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). Fairfax Heights's December nights cool down to an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

The wettest months are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Fairfax Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Fairfax Heights is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Fairfax Heights 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 exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: In December, a daily maximum UV index of 2 leads to the following instructions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Take heed! Reflection from the snow can almost amplify the Sun's UV radiation by double.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Fairfax Heights, is 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month in Fairfax Heights.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The wettest months are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Fairfax Heights, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start snowing?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fairfax Heights have in December?

In Fairfax Heights, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Fairfax Heights, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January, February 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 Fairfax Heights, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average pressure in December - Fairfax Heights, 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
Fairfax Heights, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average humidity in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average rainfall in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average snowfall in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairfax Heights, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average UV index in December - Fairfax Heights, 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
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Fairfax Heights, TN

Average visibility in December - Fairfax Heights, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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