December weather forecast
Lancaster, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Lancaster, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature ranging between max 48.6°F (9.2°C) and min 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

In December, the meteorological conditions change slightly, with the average high-temperature moving from a mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) in November to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Throughout December, the temperature falls to an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Lancaster, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.2 rainfall days, and 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Lancaster are January through April, November and December. In Lancaster, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 14 snowfall days, and 3.58" (91mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Lancaster is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Prolonged sun exposure should always be prevented in babies, children, and those with sensitive skin. Given the potency of the midday Sun's UV radiation, one should avoid prolonged exposure. For holistic sun protection encompassing the eyes, ears, face, and neck, a wide-brim hat is key. Stay alert! Snow's reflective properties can almost double the UV radiation from the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

In December, in Lancaster, the average high-temperature is 48.6°F (9.2°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in September is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Lancaster?

In Lancaster, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 45min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Lancaster have in December?

In Lancaster, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Lancaster?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average snowfall days
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Average temperature in December
Lancaster, TN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Lancaster, TN

Average pressure in December - Lancaster, 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 (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Lancaster, TN

Average wind speed in December - Lancaster, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Lancaster, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Lancaster, TN

Average rainfall in December - Lancaster, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Lancaster, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Lancaster, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Lancaster, TN

Average snowfall in December - Lancaster, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Lancaster, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Lancaster, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 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
Lancaster, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Lancaster, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Lancaster, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Lancaster, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Lancaster, TN

Average UV index in December - Lancaster, 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
Lancaster, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Lancaster, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Lancaster, TN

Average visibility in December - Lancaster, 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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