December weather forecast
Forest Home, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Forest Home, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

In December, the average high-temperature marginally drops from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). Throughout the December nights, Forest Home encounters a low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Forest Home, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Forest Home, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 176.6 days and collects up to 38.94" (989mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Forest Home, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.4 snowfall days, and 3.35" (85mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Forest Home, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While many people can endure lengthy sun exposure, it remains imperative to safeguard babies, children, and fair-skinned individuals. Solar radiation peaks around mid-day, so it's wise to limit exposure to the Sun at this time. Consider a wide-brim hat essential for effective sun defense covering your face, neck, and eyes. Consider this! The reflection from snow can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Forest Home, is 49.1°F (9.5°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36°F (2.2°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Forest Home have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:33 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:58 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Forest Home have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

January 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Forest Home, TN

Average temperature in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.3°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Forest Home, TN

Average pressure in December - Forest Home, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Forest Home, TN

Average wind speed in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Forest Home, TN

Average humidity in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Forest Home, TN

Average rainfall in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.37").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Forest Home, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Forest Home, TN

Average snowfall in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.22").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Forest Home, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (3.9 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
Forest Home, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 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
Forest Home, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Forest Home, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Forest Home, TN

Average UV index in December - Forest Home, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Forest Home, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Forest Home, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Forest Home, TN

Average visibility in December - Forest Home, 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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