December weather forecast
Riceville, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Riceville, is also a fresh month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50°F (10°C) and min 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

December brings a minor shift in the average high-temperature, adjusting from a mild 57.9°F (14.4°C) in November to a cool 50°F (10°C). Riceville's average low-temperature for the month of December records at a cold 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In Riceville, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Riceville, during the entire year, the rain falls for 122.6 days and collects up to 17.44" (443mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Riceville, in December, snow falls for 1.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow. In Riceville, during the entire year, snow falls for 8.3 days and aggregates up to 1.5" (38mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

Sunshine

January and December, with an average of 5.1h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, an average UV index of 2 transforms into the following instructions:
Prolonged sun exposure generally does not trouble most people. However, it is vital to ensure protection for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.

Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 50°F (10°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Riceville?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Riceville, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 8.8 days, with typically 1.65" (42mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Riceville, during December, snow falls for 1.4 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Riceville have in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:29 am and sunset at 5:26 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:47 am and sunset at 5:36 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50°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: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Riceville, TN

Average pressure in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"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
Riceville, TN

Average wind speed in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.9mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Riceville, TN

Average humidity in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Riceville, TN

Average rainfall in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.65"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (2.09").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.79").

Average rainfall days in December
Riceville, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (6.7 days).

Average snowfall in December
Riceville, TN

Average snowfall in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.2"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.47").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Riceville, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.5 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
Riceville, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Riceville, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Riceville, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Riceville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 20.7 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (22.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (15.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Riceville, TN

Average UV index in December - Riceville, 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
Riceville, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Riceville, TN

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

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

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