December weather forecast
River Hills, TN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

December's arrival signals a moderate reduction in the average high-temperature, easing from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Nighttime temperature in River Hills lowers to an average of 36.1°F (2.3°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

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

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. 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 River Hills, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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 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

December has the least sunshine of the year in River Hills, with an average of 5h of 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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
For the majority, extended sun exposure is not of great concern. Infants and people with sensitive skin must always be protected. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Wearing sunglasses with both UVA and UVB protection effectively reduces sun-induced eye damage. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 16, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for River Hills in December?

The high-temperature, in December, in River Hills, records 50.2°F (10.1°C), while the low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

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 are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, in River Hills, the rain falls for 8.3 days. Throughout December, 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation is 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?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

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

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In River Hills, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in River Hills?

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 River Hills, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
River Hills, TN

Average temperature in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average pressure in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average wind speed in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average humidity in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average rainfall in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average rainfall days in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average snowfall in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average snowfall days in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average sunshine days in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average UV index in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average cloud cover in December - River Hills, 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
River Hills, TN

Average visibility in December - River Hills, 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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