December weather forecast
Rockwood, TN

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Weather in December

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

Temperature

A minor decrease in the average high-temperature is observed during December, shifting from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) in November to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). In the month of December, Rockwood witnesses a consistent average low-temperature of 34.7°F (1.5°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.62" (92mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, 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 Rockwood, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. In Rockwood, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.6 days and aggregates up to 3.15" (80mm) 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 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 4.9h 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
While most can endure approximately an hour in the sun without burning, children always require protection from sunlight. The midday Sun can be harmful due to its potent UV radiation; seek shade and reduce exposure. Counter UV radiation's ill effects with clothing designed for sun safety and UV-resistant eyewear. Be aware! The reflective nature of snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation almost twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December in Rockwood?

An average high-temperature, in December, in Rockwood, is 48.6°F (9.2°C) and the average low-temperature is 34.7°F (1.5°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, in August is estimated at 96.8°F (36°C).

What is the most humid month in Rockwood?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Rockwood?

In Rockwood, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rockwood?

In Rockwood, in December, it is raining for 13.5 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rockwood in December?

In Rockwood, during December, snow falls for 2.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rockwood?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Rockwood?

In December, the average day length in Rockwood is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Rockwood?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:25 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rockwood, sunrise is at 7:48 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Rockwood?

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

How long on average sun shines in December in Rockwood?

In Rockwood, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.9h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rockwood?

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 Rockwood?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rockwood, Tennessee, is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rockwood, TN

Average temperature in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average pressure in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average wind speed in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average humidity in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average rainfall in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average snowfall in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rockwood, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

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 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
Rockwood, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average UV index in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Rockwood, 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
Rockwood, TN

Average visibility in December - Rockwood, 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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