December weather forecast
Shirley, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Shirley, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 33.6°F (0.9°C) and 46.9°F (8.3°C).

Temperature

The start of December involves a subtle temperature drop, shifting from a fresh 54.7°F (12.6°C) in November to a chilly 46.9°F (8.3°C). In December, Shirley's temperature tends to fall to an average low of 33.6°F (0.9°C) during the night.

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

In Shirley, Tennessee, during December, the rain falls for 12.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation. In Shirley, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.9 days and collects up to 37.68" (957mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall in Shirley, Tennessee. In December, in Shirley, it is snowing for 5.2 days. Throughout December, 1.65" (42mm) of snow is accumulated. In Shirley, during the entire year, snow falls for 26.1 days and aggregates up to 9.72" (247mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Shirley, Tennessee, is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December in Shirley, Tennessee, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.5h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index in Shirley, Tennessee. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Though the majority can handle prolonged sun exposure, it is crucial to always shield babies, children, and those with fair skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature in Shirley?

Shirley in December has an average high-temperature of 46.9°F (8.3°C) and an average low-temperature of 33.6°F (0.9°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 95°F (35°C).

What is the most humid month in Shirley?

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December in Shirley?

In December, the average relative humidity is 81%.

How many days does it rain in December in Shirley?

In December, the rain falls for 12.8 days. Throughout December, 3.19" (81mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Shirley?

In Shirley, Tennessee, in December, snow falls for 5.2 days, with typically accumulated 1.65" (42mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Shirley?

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 Shirley?

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

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Shirley?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:34 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Shirley have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Shirley is 4.5h.

When is the lowest UV index in Shirley?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December in Shirley?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal hazard to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Shirley, TN

Average temperature in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 46.9°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.6°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (41.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 33.6°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.7°F).

Average pressure in December
Shirley, TN

Average pressure in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.97"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Shirley, TN

Average wind speed in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Shirley, TN

Average humidity in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are April, June, August, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Shirley, TN

Average rainfall in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.19"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Shirley, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
Shirley, TN

Average snowfall in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.65"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (3.94").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Shirley, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (7.1 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
Shirley, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Shirley, 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 3min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 12min).

Average sunshine days in December
Shirley, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.5 days).

Average UV index in December
Shirley, TN

Average UV index in December - Shirley, 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
Shirley, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Shirley, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 54

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 57).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 32).

Average visibility in December
Shirley, TN

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

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

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