December weather forecast
Gentry, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Gentry, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.1°F (1.7°C) and max 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a mild 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Gentry's average low-temperature in the month of December is recorded at a wintry 35.1°F (1.7°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Gentry, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 170.4 rainfall days, and 37.99" (965mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Gentry, Tennessee. In Gentry, in December, during 2.5 snowfall days, 0.55" (14mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Gentry, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.4 days and aggregates up to 4.29" (109mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. For health reasons, it's advisable to reduce direct sun exposure during peak hours around midday. Sun-related eye harm can be minimized with proper sunglasses offering UVA and UVB coverage. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 13, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The high-temperature, in December, in Gentry, records 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the low-temperature is 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in August is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Gentry, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Gentry in December?

In Gentry, in December, snow falls for 2.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.55" (14mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 4:38 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Gentry, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month 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 Gentry?

In Gentry, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Gentry, TN

Average temperature in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Gentry, TN

Average pressure in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gentry, TN

Average wind speed in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Gentry, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Gentry, TN

Average rainfall in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.97").

Average rainfall days in December
Gentry, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gentry, TN

Average snowfall in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.55"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.61").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gentry, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.5 days

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gentry, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Gentry, TN

Average UV index in December - Gentry, 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
Gentry, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Gentry, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

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
Gentry, TN

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

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

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