December weather forecast
Shackle Island, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Shackle Island, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 48.2°F (9°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C).

Temperature

As December arrives, Shackle Island's weather displays a minor decrease in high-temperatures, transitioning from November's refreshing 56.8°F (13.8°C) to a chilly 48.2°F (9°C). Nighttime temperature dips to a mean of 35.4°F (1.9°C) during December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Shackle Island, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Shackle Island, during the entire year, the rain falls for 178.6 days and collects up to 39.29" (998mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Shackle Island, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 11.8 snowfall days, and 3.62" (92mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:40 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of December, in Shackle Island, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

January, February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least 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 of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: In December, the maximum UV index of 2 suggests this advice:
Babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin should always have protection against extended sun exposure. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Sun protection is enhanced with clothing that boasts a tight weave yet offers a loose fit. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature in Shackle Island are 48.2°F (9°C) and 35.4°F (1.9°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is calculated to be 86°F (30°C).

What are the most humid months?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In Shackle Island, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In Shackle Island, in December, during 13.3 rainfall days, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In Shackle Island, in December, during 1.9 snowfall days, 0.43" (11mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Shackle Island, 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 6:40 am and sunset at 4:31 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:57 am and sunset at 4:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

January, February and December, with an average of 4.6h of sunshine, are months with the least sunshine in Shackle Island.

How many hours of sunshine does Shackle Island have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with 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 intensity in December?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Shackle Island, TN

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

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.2°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.9°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.4°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (69.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average pressure in December - Shackle Island, 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
Shackle Island, TN

Average wind speed in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.5mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.1mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are July and August (4.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average humidity in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are March and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average rainfall in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.36").

Average rainfall days in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (20 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average snowfall in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.43"

The month with the highest snowfall is January (1.02").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.9 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.2 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
Shackle Island, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shackle Island, 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: 4h and 4min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January, February and December (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (17.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.2 days).

Average UV index in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average UV index in December - Shackle Island, 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
Shackle Island, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Shackle Island, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 53).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 29).

Average visibility in December
Shackle Island, TN

Average visibility in December - Shackle Island, 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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