December weather forecast
Fountain Heights, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Fountain Heights, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.8°F (2.1°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

Fountain Heights's weather subtly changes with the onset of December, barely falling from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). During December, the nighttime temperature in Fountain Heights averages of 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months in Fountain Heights, Tennessee.

Rainfall

In Fountain Heights, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Fountain Heights, during the entire year, the rain falls for 172.4 days and collects up to 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Fountain Heights, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Fountain Heights, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. When the Sun's UV radiation is most intense during midday, it's best to find shade and limit exposure. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Be attentive! The reflective property of snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Fountain Heights, 49.6°F (9.8°C) is the average high-temperature and 35.8°F (2.1°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Fountain Heights, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 Fountain Heights have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Fountain Heights have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Fountain Heights.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average temperature in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°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 (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average pressure in December - Fountain 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average wind speed in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average humidity in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average rainfall in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average snowfall in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 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
Fountain Heights, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Fountain 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Fountain Heights, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average UV index in December - Fountain 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 month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Fountain Heights, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Fountain Heights, 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
Fountain Heights, TN

Average visibility in December - Fountain Heights, 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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