December weather forecast
Salt Lick, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Salt Lick, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.1°F (9.5°C) and 35.6°F (2°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a chilly 49.1°F (9.5°C). During December, Salt Lick experiences a consistent low-temperature average of 35.6°F (2°C).

Humidity

March and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, in Salt Lick, Tennessee, the rain falls for 13.2 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, in Salt Lick, Tennessee, there are 178.7 rainfall days, and 39.21" (996mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. In Salt Lick, in December, during 2.4 snowfall days, 0.75" (19mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Salt Lick, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 13.4 days and aggregates up to 3.78" (96mm) 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 6:42 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

Sunshine

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

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Salt Lick are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. Solar radiation is at its peak intensity during midday, so it's advisable to stay indoors or in the shade. Wearing a wide-brim hat can block approximately 50% of UV radiation, protecting the eyes. Beware! Reflection from snow can magnify the Sun's UV radiation nearly twofold.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Salt Lick in December?

In December, in Salt Lick, the average high-temperature is 49.1°F (9.5°C), and the average low-temperature is 35.6°F (2°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months in Salt Lick?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Salt Lick?

In December, the average relative humidity in Salt Lick is 79%.

How much does it rain in Salt Lick in December?

In Salt Lick, Tennessee, during December, the rain falls for 13.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Salt Lick?

In Salt Lick, Tennessee, in December, snow falls for 2.4 days, with typically accumulated 0.75" (19mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Salt Lick?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Salt Lick?

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

When are sunrise and sunset in December in Salt Lick?

On the first day of December in Salt Lick, sunrise is at 6:42 am and sunset at 4:36 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:00 am and sunset at 4:46 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Salt Lick?

February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Salt Lick, Tennessee.

How long on average sun shines in December in Salt Lick?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Salt Lick, Tennessee, is 4.6h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Salt Lick?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Salt Lick?

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

Average temperature in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°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 (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average pressure in December - Salt Lick, 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
Salt Lick, TN

Average wind speed in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average humidity in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

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

Average rainfall in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average rainfall in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.21").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.44").

Average rainfall days in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average snowfall in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.75"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (0.98").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.4 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (4 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
Salt Lick, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Salt Lick, 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 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The months with the least sunshine are February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (8.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average UV index in December - Salt Lick, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The months with the most cloud cover are February and December (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Salt Lick, TN

Average visibility in December - Salt Lick, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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