December weather forecast
Petersburg, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Petersburg, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 36.5°F (2.5°C) and 50°F (10°C).

Temperature

With the commencement of December, Petersburg records a moderate temperature decline, with the average high easing from November's refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a cool 50°F (10°C). Petersburg encounters a steady low-temperature average of 36.5°F (2.5°C) throughout the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Petersburg, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Petersburg, there are 173.6 rainfall days, and 39.65" (1007mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In Petersburg, in December, during 1.2 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 7.2 snowfall days, and 2.28" (58mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:37 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.6h.

UV index

December is the month with the lowest UV index, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: A daily maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following instructions:
Infants, children, and people with sensitive skin should always have protection against lengthy periods of sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. A wide-brim hat offers excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck. Sunglasses with UVA and UVB protection significantly reduce eye damage from sun exposure. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Aug 20, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Petersburg in December?

In December, in Petersburg, the average high-temperature is 50°F (10°C), and the average low-temperature is 36.5°F (2.5°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, 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?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Petersburg, in December, during 13 rainfall days, 3.46" (88mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Petersburg, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.35" (9mm) 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?

The average day length in December is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:34 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:44 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Petersburg, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Petersburg?

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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Petersburg, TN

Average temperature in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.3°F).

Average pressure in December
Petersburg, TN

Average pressure in December - Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, TN

Average wind speed in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.1mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.6mph).

Average humidity in December
Petersburg, TN

Average humidity in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Petersburg, TN

Average rainfall in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.46"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.37").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.24").

Average rainfall days in December
Petersburg, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Petersburg, TN

Average snowfall in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Petersburg, TN

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

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.6 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
Petersburg, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Petersburg, 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
Petersburg, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (18.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Petersburg, TN

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

The months with the highest UV index are May, June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Petersburg, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Petersburg, TN

Average visibility in December - Petersburg, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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