December weather forecast
Signal Mountain, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Signal Mountain, is still a chilly month, with an average temperature varying between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C).

Temperature

The transition to December results in a modest reduction in average high-temperature, moving from a moderate 57°F (13.9°C) in November to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). During the December nights, an average temperature of 35.8°F (2.1°C) is observed.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Signal Mountain is December, when the rain falls for 14.5 days and typically aggregates up to 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Signal Mountain, during December, snow falls for 3 days and regularly aggregates up to 1.06" (27mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 17.1 snowfall days, and 5.08" (129mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Signal Mountain.

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 low health risk from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: A maximum high UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
While most people can stay under the sun for an hour without burning, children must always be guarded against sun exposure. Direct exposure to the Sun's intense radiation around midday should be avoided for health reasons. Combat UV radiation's detrimental effects with sun-safe clothing and UV-blocking eyewear. Pay attention! The reflection of snow can enhance the Sun's UV radiation almost double.
Updated: Aug 18, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Signal Mountain in December?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 35.8°F (2.1°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is estimated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Signal Mountain?

In Signal Mountain, the average relative humidity in December is 81%.

What is the wettest month?

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 14.5 days and accumulates 4.53" (115mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Signal Mountain, in December, it is raining for 14.5 days, with typically 4.53" (115mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How much does it snow in December?

In Signal Mountain, Tennessee, in December, snow falls for 3 days, with typically accumulated 1.06" (27mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Signal Mountain?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Signal Mountain have in December?

In Signal Mountain, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

With an average of 4.9h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Signal Mountain.

How many hours of sunshine does Signal Mountain have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 4.9h.

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 intensity in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average temperature in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (87.1°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.8°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.6°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average pressure in December - Signal Mountain, 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 (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average wind speed in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average humidity in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, July, August, September, October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average rainfall in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.53"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (4.53").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.76").

Average rainfall days in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 14.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (21.3 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average snowfall in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.06"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (2.01").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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
Signal Mountain, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 4h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.8 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (18.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (7.7 days).

Average UV index in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average UV index in December - Signal Mountain, 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
Signal Mountain, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 31).

Average visibility in December
Signal Mountain, TN

Average visibility in December - Signal Mountain, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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