December weather forecast
Rucker, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Rucker, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a minor decrease in the average high-temperature, lightly dropping from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). During December, the temperature is averaged to a low of 35.8°F (2.1°C) at night.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Rucker, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, in Rucker, there are 123.1 rainfall days, and 12.76" (324mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Rucker, in December, during 1.7 snowfall days, 0.2" (5mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 10.9 snowfall days, and 0.87" (22mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:37 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Rucker, Tennessee, the average sunshine in December is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Direct exposure to the Sun during its peak hours around mid-day should be minimized for safety. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Bear in mind! The Sun's UV radiation can nearly double in intensity due to the reflective quality of snow.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Rucker in December?

Rucker in December has an average high-temperature of 49.3°F (9.6°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month in Rucker?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month in Rucker, Tennessee.

What is the average humidity in December in Rucker?

The average relative humidity in December in Rucker is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Rucker?

In Rucker, Tennessee, in December, it is raining for 9.6 days, with typically 1.1" (28mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in Rucker in December?

In Rucker, Tennessee, in December, snow falls for 1.7 days, with typically accumulated 0.2" (5mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Rucker?

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

How many hours of daylight does Rucker have in December?

In Rucker, the average day length in December is 9h and 47min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Rucker?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:32 pm. On the last day of the month, in Rucker, sunrise is at 6:55 am and sunset at 4:42 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Rucker?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Rucker?

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

What is the UV index reading in December in Rucker?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Rucker, Tennessee, is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Rucker, TN

Average temperature in December - Rucker, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°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 (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Rucker, TN

Average pressure in December - Rucker, 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
Rucker, TN

Average wind speed in December - Rucker, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Rucker, TN

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

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

Average rainfall in December
Rucker, TN

Average rainfall in December - Rucker, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.1"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (1.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.39").

Average rainfall days in December
Rucker, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Rucker, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 9.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (7.3 days).

Average snowfall in December
Rucker, TN

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

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Rucker, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Rucker, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 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
Rucker, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Rucker, 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 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Rucker, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Rucker, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (13.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Rucker, TN

Average UV index in December - Rucker, 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
Rucker, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Rucker, 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 29).

Average visibility in December
Rucker, TN

Average visibility in December - Rucker, 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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