December weather forecast
McElroy, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in McElroy, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 35.2°F (1.8°C) and an average high of 48.9°F (9.4°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's moderate 56.5°F (13.6°C) to a frosty 48.9°F (9.4°C). In the month of December, McElroy experiences an average low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In McElroy, in December, it is raining for 12.4 days, with typically 2.24" (57mm) of accumulated precipitation. In McElroy, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.3 days and collects up to 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in McElroy. In December, in McElroy, it is snowing for 1.6 days. Throughout December, 0.16" (4mm) of snow is accumulated. In McElroy, during the entire year, snow falls for 11 days and aggregates up to 1.61" (41mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December leads to these instructions:
Extended sunlight exposure does not pose significant problems for most people, except for children, infants, and people with fair skin who always need shielding. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Be advised! The UV radiation from the Sun can be almost doubled due to the reflective properties of snow.
Updated: Jul 11, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for McElroy in December?

In McElroy, in December, the average high-temperature is 48.9°F (9.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in McElroy?

In December, the rain falls for 12.4 days. Throughout December, 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In McElroy, Tennessee, during December, snow falls for 1.6 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.16" (4mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does McElroy have in December?

In McElroy, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:34 am and sunset at 4:28 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:52 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
McElroy, TN

Average temperature in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
McElroy, TN

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

Average wind speed in December
McElroy, TN

Average wind speed in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.4mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
McElroy, TN

Average humidity in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
McElroy, TN

Average rainfall in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.24"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.82").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (1.65").

Average rainfall days in December
McElroy, TN

Average rainfall days in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
McElroy, TN

Average snowfall in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.16"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.51").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
McElroy, TN

Average snowfall days in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.6 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.6 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
McElroy, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
McElroy, TN

Average sunshine days in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.4 days).

Average UV index in December
McElroy, TN

Average UV index in December - McElroy, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
McElroy, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
McElroy, TN

Average visibility in December - McElroy, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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