December weather forecast
Russellville, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Russellville, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 34°F (1.1°C).

Temperature

The average high-temperature shows a slight dip in December, from November's moderate 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). In December, Russellville records an average nighttime temperature of 34°F (1.1°C).

Humidity

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.8 days. Throughout December, 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Russellville, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Russellville, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

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 reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
In contrast to children, who must always be shielded from the sun, most people can tolerate up to an hour of sun exposure without any burns. Considering the harmful UV rays from the Sun during midday, it's essential to reduce exposure. On sunny days, it's ideal to wear sunglasses that filter out UVA and UVB rays. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 24, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In Russellville, in December, the average high-temperature is 48.2°F (9°C), and the average low-temperature is 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is evaluated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Russellville, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation.

What is the snowiest month?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, in Russellville, it is snowing for 5.5 days. Throughout December, 2.83" (72mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:18 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Russellville, Tennessee, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

When is 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 reading in December?

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

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Russellville, TN

Average pressure in December - Russellville, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Russellville, TN

Average wind speed in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Russellville, TN

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

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Russellville, TN

Average rainfall in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Russellville, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Russellville, TN

Average snowfall in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Russellville, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Russellville, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Russellville, 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: 5h and 2min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Russellville, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Russellville, TN

Average UV index in December - Russellville, 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
Russellville, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Russellville, TN

Average visibility in December - Russellville, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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