December weather forecast
Fayetteville, TN

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Weather in December

The climatic patterns of December fully usher in wintertime in Fayetteville. The plummet of temperatures becomes more apparent with days getting shorter and nights longer. The weather remains relatively dry as rainfall decreases to 3.74" (95mm). Often, the holiday season spirit is kindled through the crisp winter air, dusting the evenings with a magic of its own. With the year drawing to a close, Fayetteville, Tennessee wraps up under the delightful holiday cheer and the promise of a new year.

Temperature

Fayetteville's progression into December involves a minor drop in the average high-temperature, slightly receding from a mild 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 50.4°F (10.2°C). Fayetteville cools down to an average low-temperature of 36.9°F (2.7°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Fayetteville, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Fayetteville, there are 172.9 rainfall days, and 40.83" (1037mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fayetteville, in December, snow falls for 1 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 5.1 snowfall days, and 0.98" (25mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Fayetteville, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Fayetteville is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the average maximum UV index of 2 translates into the following recommendations:
Babies, children, and those with sensitive skin should always avoid extended periods in the sun. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Heads up! The UV radiation from the Sun can almost be doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, in December, the average high-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.9°F (2.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), 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 in Fayetteville?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Fayetteville?

The average relative humidity in December in Fayetteville is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Fayetteville?

In Fayetteville, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.74" (95mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Fayetteville in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1 days. Throughout December, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Fayetteville?

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

How many hours of daylight does Fayetteville have in December?

In December, the average day length in Fayetteville, Tennessee, is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Fayetteville?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, in Fayetteville, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Fayetteville?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Fayetteville?

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Fayetteville?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index in Fayetteville, Tennessee, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average temperature in December - Fayetteville, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.4°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 (45.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average pressure in December - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average humidity in December - Fayetteville, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average rainfall in December - Fayetteville, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.74"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Fayetteville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average snowfall in December - Fayetteville, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.43").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Fayetteville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (1.6 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Fayetteville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.1 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Fayetteville, TN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fayetteville, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Fayetteville, 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
Fayetteville, TN

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

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

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