December weather forecast
Laurel Ridge, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a fresh month in Laurel Ridge, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 36.1°F (2.3°C) and 50.5°F (10.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December comes with a small reduction in the average high-temperature, subtly receding from a refreshing 58.1°F (14.5°C) in November to a fresh 50.5°F (10.3°C). In December, Laurel Ridge records an average nighttime temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Laurel Ridge, in December, it is raining for 11.4 days, with typically 2.36" (60mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Laurel Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 148 days and collects up to 23.9" (607mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Laurel Ridge, in December, during 0.7 snowfall days, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Laurel Ridge, there are 5.2 snowfall days, and 1.77" (45mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Laurel Ridge is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. Shield yourself from the harmful effects of UV radiation with sun-protective attire, a hat, and quality sunglasses. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 31, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

Laurel Ridge in December has an average high-temperature of 50.5°F (10.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is estimated at 87.8°F (31°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 in Laurel Ridge is 80%.

How much does it rain in Laurel Ridge in December?

In Laurel Ridge, during December, the rain falls for 11.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Laurel Ridge?

In December, it is snowing for 0.7 days. Throughout December, 0.24" (6mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Laurel Ridge have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Laurel Ridge?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:27 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:37 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5.1h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Laurel Ridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

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.

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average temperature in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average pressure in December - Laurel Ridge, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average wind speed in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average humidity in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average rainfall in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.36"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.64").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.3").

Average rainfall days in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 11.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (17 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average snowfall in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.24"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.7 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
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Laurel Ridge, 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: 5h and 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17.7 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average UV index in December - Laurel Ridge, 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
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 47

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Laurel Ridge, TN

Average visibility in December - Laurel Ridge, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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