December weather forecast
Fairmount, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fairmount, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 49.3°F (9.6°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). Fairmount experiences a consistent average temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) throughout the nights in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Fairmount is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Fairmount are January through April, November and December. In Fairmount, Tennessee, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. In Fairmount, during the entire year, snow falls for 17.1 days and aggregates up to 5.08" (129mm) 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 in Fairmount, Tennessee, 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

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fairmount.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
Many can withstand an hour in the sun without burning, yet children must always have protection against sunlight. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. A wide-brimmed hat is a shield, deflecting up to 50% of harmful UV radiation from eyes. Guard yourself! Snow reflection can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Fairmount in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Fairmount?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Fairmount?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the wettest month in Fairmount?

The month with the most rainfall in Fairmount is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December in Fairmount?

In Fairmount, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 4.53" (115mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Fairmount?

In Fairmount, Tennessee, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fairmount?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fairmount have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Fairmount?

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, in Fairmount, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Fairmount?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Fairmount, Tennessee.

How many hours of sunshine does Fairmount have in December?

In Fairmount, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Fairmount?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Fairmount?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Fairmount is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fairmount, TN

Average temperature in December - Fairmount, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°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 (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Fairmount, TN

Average pressure in December - Fairmount, 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
Fairmount, TN

Average wind speed in December - Fairmount, 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
Fairmount, TN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Fairmount, TN

Average rainfall in December - Fairmount, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.76").

Average rainfall days in December
Fairmount, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Fairmount, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fairmount, TN

Average snowfall in December - Fairmount, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fairmount, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Fairmount, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Fairmount, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fairmount, 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 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fairmount, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Fairmount, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Fairmount, TN

Average UV index in December - Fairmount, 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
Fairmount, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Fairmount, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

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

Average visibility in December
Fairmount, TN

Average visibility in December - Fairmount, 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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