December weather forecast
Idlewild, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Idlewild, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December subtly marks a decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a mild 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). Idlewild in December anticipates an average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Idlewild, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 162.4 rainfall days, and 38.35" (974mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Idlewild are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Idlewild, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.9 days and aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) 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 the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Idlewild, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily high UV index of 2 in December leads to these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. It's recommended to limit sun exposure when its radiation is at its peak during midday. Boost your sun resistance with garments that are densely woven yet spacious. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 27, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

The high-temperature, in December, in Idlewild, is 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Idlewild, in December, during 12.7 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Idlewild, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Idlewild 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 6:47 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Idlewild, the average daily maximum UV index in December 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
Idlewild, TN

Average temperature in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Idlewild, TN

Average pressure in December - Idlewild, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Idlewild, TN

Average wind speed in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Idlewild, TN

Average humidity in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Idlewild, TN

Average rainfall in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Idlewild, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Idlewild, TN

Average snowfall in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Idlewild, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

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

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Idlewild, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Idlewild, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Idlewild, TN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Idlewild, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Idlewild, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Idlewild, TN

Average visibility in December - Idlewild, 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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