December weather forecast
Rockland, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Rockland, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 35.4°F (1.9°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

December sees a slight reduction in average high-temperature, with a shift from a refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) in November to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). An average low-temperature of 35.4°F (1.9°C) is common during the nights of December.

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

Rainfall

In Rockland, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation. In Rockland, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 39.29" (998mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In December, it is snowing for 1.9 days. Throughout December, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Rockland, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 4.6h 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 in Rockland. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: A typical high UV index of 2 in December suggests the following recommendations:
While most individuals can withstand prolonged sun exposure, it is imperative that babies, children, and those with sensitive skin always be shielded. The solar radiation around mid-day is intense; avoid the Sun and stay safe. Loose clothes with a tight weave are optimal for safeguarding yourself against the Sun's rays. On your guard! Snow's reflection can almost double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 17, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

In December, in Rockland, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.4°F (1.9°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

The months with the highest humidity are March and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Rockland, during December, the rain falls for 13.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Rockland, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Rockland, Tennessee, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:39 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Rockland have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.6h.

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

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?

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 the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockland, TN

Average temperature in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Rockland, TN

Average pressure in December - Rockland, 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
Rockland, TN

Average wind speed in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Rockland, TN

Average humidity in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Rockland, TN

Average rainfall in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Rockland, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rockland, TN

Average snowfall in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rockland, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Rockland, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 36min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rockland, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Rockland, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Rockland, TN

Average UV index in December - Rockland, 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
Rockland, TN

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

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Rockland, TN

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

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

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