December weather forecast
Northwoods, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a cool month in Northwoods, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.2°F (10.1°C) and min 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival aligns with a minor decrease in average high-temperatures, from November's moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Throughout the December nights, Northwoods encounters a low-temperature of 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The wettest months are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

Snowfall

January through March and December are months with snowfall. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Northwoods, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Northwoods is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Be alert to the fact! The reflection from snow can nearly double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the rainiest month?

The months with the most rainfall in Northwoods are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Northwoods, in December, during 8.3 rainfall days, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Northwoods, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 5h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year.

How many hours of sunshine does Northwoods have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

When is 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 in Northwoods?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Northwoods, TN

Average temperature in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°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 (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Northwoods, TN

Average pressure in December - Northwoods, 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
Northwoods, TN

Average wind speed in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Northwoods, TN

Average humidity in December - Northwoods, 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, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Northwoods, TN

Average rainfall in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Northwoods, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Northwoods, TN

Average snowfall in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

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

Average snowfall days in December
Northwoods, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 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
Northwoods, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Northwoods, 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 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Northwoods, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Northwoods, TN

Average UV index in December - Northwoods, 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
Northwoods, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Northwoods, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Northwoods, TN

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

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

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