December weather forecast
Ponders, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Ponders, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 34.7°F (1.5°C) and max 48.6°F (9.2°C).

Temperature

December's onset corresponds with a subtle shift in the average high-temperature, slightly moving from a mild 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a frosty 48.6°F (9.2°C). Ponders observes an average nighttime low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C) during the month of December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Ponders, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, in Ponders, there are 176.6 rainfall days, and 39.41" (1001mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in Ponders, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated. In Ponders, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.6 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) of snow.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for average individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 transforms into these recommendations:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Minimize direct exposure to the Sun during midday when its radiation is at its peak. For optimum UV protection, wear sun-resistant attire complemented with a hat and quality shades. Mind this! Nearly twice the UV radiation from the Sun can be reflected by the snow.
Updated: Aug 21, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in Ponders, is 48.6°F (9.2°C), while the low-temperature averages to 34.7°F (1.5°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is calculated to be 96.8°F (36°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 Ponders, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.2 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Ponders have in December?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:30 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What are the months with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.9h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

What is the month with 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value 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
Ponders, TN

Average temperature in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.7°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Ponders, TN

Average pressure in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Ponders, TN

Average wind speed in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.7mph

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

Average humidity in December
Ponders, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Ponders, TN

Average rainfall in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.29").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Ponders, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Ponders, TN

Average snowfall in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.18").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Ponders, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.2 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (3.3 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
Ponders, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Ponders, 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 24min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Ponders, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Ponders, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Ponders, TN

Average UV index in December - Ponders, 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
Ponders, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Ponders, TN

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

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

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