December weather forecast
Loretto, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Loretto, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 37°F (2.8°C) and 50.2°F (10.1°C).

Temperature

The beginning of December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, transitioning from a moderate 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a fresh 50.2°F (10.1°C). During December, the average low-temperature is an icy 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Loretto, in December, during 12.1 rainfall days, 3.15" (80mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 164 rainfall days, and 37.56" (954mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. In Loretto, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.7 days and aggregates up to 1.93" (49mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index in Loretto. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
People with sensitive skin, children, and babies should always be protected from prolonged sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

December temperatures vary between a high-temperature of 50.2°F (10.1°C) and a low-temperature of 37°F (2.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is evaluated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 79%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Loretto, in December, it is raining for 12.1 days, with typically 3.15" (80mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Loretto, in December, snow falls for 1.2 days, with typically accumulated 0.43" (11mm) 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 Loretto have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:37 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:48 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Loretto have in December?

In Loretto, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index?

The month with the lowest UV index is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

How high is the UV index in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Loretto, TN

Average pressure in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"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
Loretto, TN

Average wind speed in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.7mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Loretto, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Loretto, TN

Average rainfall in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.15"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.25").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Loretto, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Loretto, TN

Average snowfall in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.71").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Loretto, TN

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

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and 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
Loretto, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Loretto, 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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Loretto, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Loretto, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Loretto, TN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Loretto, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Loretto, TN

Average visibility in December - Loretto, 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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