December weather forecast
Sandy Ridge, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sandy Ridge, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 34.5°F (1.4°C) and 49.6°F (9.8°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a refreshing 57.4°F (14.1°C) in November to a frosty 49.6°F (9.8°C). Throughout December, Sandy Ridge experiences a low-temperature average of 34.5°F (1.4°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sandy Ridge, in December, it is raining for 10.6 days, with typically 2.4" (61mm) of accumulated precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 135.1 rainfall days, and 22.01" (559mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. In Sandy Ridge, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Sandy Ridge, during the entire year, snow falls for 15.8 days and aggregates up to 4.57" (116mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Sandy Ridge, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Sandy Ridge, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Sandy Ridge, the average sunshine in December is 5.4h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: An average maximum UV index of 2 in December leads to these recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. The Sun's harshest UV rays are around midday; it's wise to seek shade and limit time outdoors. A hat with a broad brim is indispensable, filtering out up to half of UV rays. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Sandy Ridge, is 49.6°F (9.8°C), while the average low-temperature is 34.5°F (1.4°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, in September is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sandy Ridge, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 10.6 days. Throughout December, 2.4" (61mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sandy Ridge, in December, during 2.8 snowfall days, 0.71" (18mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

How many hours of daylight does Sandy Ridge have in December?

The average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:26 am and sunset at 5:19 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:29 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Sandy Ridge have in December?

In Sandy Ridge, the average sunshine duration in December is 5.4h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December in Sandy Ridge is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average temperature in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.3°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average pressure in December - Sandy Ridge, 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
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average wind speed in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average humidity in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July and August (72%).

Average rainfall in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average rainfall in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.4"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (2.8").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.14").

Average rainfall days in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (8.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average snowfall in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.71"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.5").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.5 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
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sandy Ridge, 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: 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 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 18.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (21.4 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (14.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average UV index in December - Sandy Ridge, 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
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Sandy Ridge, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 45

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 49).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Sandy Ridge, TN

Average visibility in December - Sandy Ridge, 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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