December weather forecast
Mercer, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Mercer, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 49.5°F (9.7°C) and min 36.7°F (2.6°C).

Temperature

Mercer's weather in December involves a mild decrease in the average high-temperature, moving down slightly from November's moderate 57.7°F (14.3°C) to a chilly 49.5°F (9.7°C). During the month of December, an average temperature of 36.7°F (2.6°C) is noted during the nights in Mercer.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

Rainfall

In Mercer, during December, the rain falls for 9.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.57" (40mm) of precipitation. In Mercer, during the entire year, the rain falls for 125.3 days and collects up to 15.47" (393mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall in Mercer. December is the month with the most snowfall in Mercer, Tennessee. Snow falls for 0.9 days and accumulates 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year in Mercer.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Mercer is 4.9h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Prolonged exposure to sunlight rarely troubles the majority, but constant protection is vital for babies, children, and fair-skinned people. To prevent harmful UV exposure, minimize direct contact with the Sun around midday. For a sun-safe wardrobe, go for clothes that are tightly woven and generously sized. Take into account! The reflection from snow can nearly double the Sun's UV radiation intensity.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Mercer in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Mercer, is 49.5°F (9.7°C), while the low-temperature averages to 36.7°F (2.6°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is appraised at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Mercer?

In December, the average relative humidity in Mercer is 78%.

How much does it rain in Mercer in December?

In Mercer, in December, it is raining for 9.7 days, with typically 1.57" (40mm) of accumulated precipitation.

What is the snowiest month in Mercer?

The month with the most snowfall in Mercer, Tennessee, is December, when snow falls for 0.9 days and typically aggregates up to 0.31" (8mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December in Mercer?

In December, it is snowing for 0.9 days. Throughout December, 0.31" (8mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Mercer?

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

How many hours of daylight does Mercer have in December?

In Mercer, the average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Mercer?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:43 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:53 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Mercer?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Mercer, Tennessee, is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Mercer?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Mercer?

In Mercer, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Mercer, TN

Average temperature in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32°F).

Average pressure in December
Mercer, TN

Average pressure in December - Mercer, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Mercer, TN

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

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Mercer, TN

Average humidity in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Mercer, TN

Average rainfall in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.57"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (1.85").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.67").

Average rainfall days in December
Mercer, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (14.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Mercer, TN

Average snowfall in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.31"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Mercer, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.2 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Mercer, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Mercer, 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 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Mercer, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 19.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.8 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Mercer, TN

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

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

Average cloud cover in December
Mercer, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Mercer, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

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

Average visibility in December
Mercer, TN

Average visibility in December - Mercer, 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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