December weather forecast
Poplar Top, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Poplar Top, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between min 35.8°F (2.1°C) and max 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

As November makes way for December, Poplar Top's average high-temperature eases from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Poplar Top observes an average nighttime temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) during December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity in Poplar Top are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, in Poplar Top, Tennessee, the rain falls for 12.7 days. Throughout December, 3.11" (79mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.4 rainfall days, and 38.43" (976mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Poplar Top. In Poplar Top, in December, during 1.4 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Poplar Top, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.9 days and aggregates up to 2.8" (71mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Poplar Top, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, in Poplar Top, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine in Poplar Top is 4.7h.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Poplar Top, Tennessee, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health risk from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The UV index of 2 during December leads to these advisories:
Most individuals can handle sun exposure for up to an hour without burning, but children must always be shielded from sun exposure. It's crucial to reduce time in the direct Sun around mid-day due to the intense solar radiation. Sunglasses that guard against UVA and UVB rays are pivotal in minimizing sun-induced ocular damage. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures in Poplar Top?

Poplar Top in December has an average high-temperature of 49.6°F (9.8°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Poplar Top?

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months in Poplar Top.

What is the average humidity in December in Poplar Top?

In December, the average relative humidity in Poplar Top, Tennessee, is 79%.

How much does it rain in Poplar Top in December?

In Poplar Top, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.11" (79mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Poplar Top in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.4 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Poplar Top?

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

How many hours of daylight does Poplar Top have in December?

In Poplar Top, Tennessee, the average day length in December is 9h and 48min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Poplar Top?

On the first day of December in Poplar Top, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Poplar Top have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Poplar Top, Tennessee, is 4.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Poplar Top?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Poplar Top?

In Poplar Top, Tennessee, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average temperature in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°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 (45.3°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average pressure in December - Poplar Top, 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
Poplar Top, TN

Average wind speed in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.5mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average humidity in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average rainfall in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.11"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.9 days).

Average snowfall in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average snowfall in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.06").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (2.8 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
Poplar Top, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Poplar Top, 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 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and February (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Poplar Top, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Poplar Top, TN

Average UV index in December - Poplar Top, 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
Poplar Top, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Poplar Top, 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
Poplar Top, TN

Average visibility in December - Poplar Top, 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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