December weather forecast
Jefferson City, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Jefferson City, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 49.6°F (9.8°C) and 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Temperature

In Jefferson City, the average high-temperature in December slightly decreases from a moderate 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). In Jefferson City, the average nighttime temperature during December is a wintry 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Jefferson City, Tennessee, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Jefferson City, Tennessee, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Jefferson City. In December, it is snowing for 2.8 days. Throughout December, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 15.8 snowfall days, and 4.57" (116mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Jefferson City, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Jefferson City, Tennessee. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Despite the majority tolerating prolonged sun exposure, those with sensitive skin, infants, and children demand continual protection. During midday, the Sun's radiation is strongest, and it's advisable to reduce direct exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Be careful! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly be doubled by the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Jefferson City?

During December, Jefferson City experiences an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and a low-temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Jefferson City?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December in Jefferson City?

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December in Jefferson City?

In Jefferson City, in December, during 10.6 rainfall days, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in Jefferson City in December?

In Jefferson City, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Jefferson City?

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Jefferson City, Tennessee.

How many hours of daylight does Jefferson City have in December?

In Jefferson City, Tennessee, the average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Jefferson City?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, in Jefferson City, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:44 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Jefferson City have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Jefferson City, Tennessee, is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Jefferson City?

The months with the lowest UV index in Jefferson City, Tennessee, are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index reading in December in Jefferson City?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Jefferson City is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average temperature in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Jefferson City, TN

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

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average wind speed in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average humidity in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average rainfall in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average snowfall in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Jefferson City, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Jefferson City, 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: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average UV index in December - Jefferson City, 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
Jefferson City, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Jefferson City, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Jefferson City, TN

Average visibility in December - Jefferson City, 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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