December weather forecast
Gilchrist, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Gilchrist, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 37.2°F (2.9°C) and an average high of 50.4°F (10.2°C).

Temperature

As November shifts into December, a minor alteration in temperatures is observed, with average highs reducing from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). Throughout the month of December, the nighttime temperature in Gilchrist dips to an average of 37.2°F (2.9°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

Rainfall

In Gilchrist, in December, during 10.3 rainfall days, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Gilchrist, Tennessee, during the entire year, the rain falls for 141.3 days and collects up to 21.97" (558mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Gilchrist, during December, snow falls for 1.5 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Gilchrist, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.1 days and aggregates up to 0.87" (22mm) 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, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, a daily UV index of 2 turns into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no significant issues with extended sun exposure, but it is always essential to protect children, babies, and those with sensitive skin. The best time to avoid the Sun's harmful UV radiation is during midday when it's most potent. To cut down UV radiation exposure by about half, sport a wide-brim hat. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, in Gilchrist, the average high-temperature is 50.4°F (10.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 37.2°F (2.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is evaluated at 91.4°F (33°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Gilchrist, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.3 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Gilchrist, in December, snow falls for 1.5 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Gilchrist?

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

How many hours of daylight does Gilchrist have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:44 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:02 am and sunset at 4:52 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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 Gilchrist?

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

Average temperature in December - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.4°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (89.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.4°F).

Average pressure in December
Gilchrist, TN

Average pressure in December - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.96"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Gilchrist, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Gilchrist, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Gilchrist, TN

Average rainfall in December - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.68").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.1").

Average rainfall days in December
Gilchrist, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Gilchrist, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.28").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Gilchrist, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.3 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
Gilchrist, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Gilchrist, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Gilchrist, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Gilchrist, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (20.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Gilchrist, TN

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

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Gilchrist, TN

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

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Gilchrist, TN

Average visibility in December - Gilchrist, 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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