December weather forecast
Sterling Park, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sterling Park, is still a cool month, with an average temperature varying between 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

December's arrival subtly correlates with a reduction in the average high-temperature, down from a moderate 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a cool 50.2°F (10.1°C). Sterling Park experiences an average temperature drop to an icy 36.1°F (2.3°C) during December nights.

Humidity

With an average relative humidity of 80%, December is the most humid month.

Rainfall

The months with the most rainfall are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March and December. December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow. In Sterling Park, during the entire year, snow falls for 2.9 days and aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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 5:28 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:39 pm EST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year, with an average of 5h of 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 estimate of 2, and below, represents a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 in December interprets into the following recommendations:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Sun's radiation is most powerful around mid-day, so it's best to limit outdoor activities during this time. Sunglasses that ward off UVA and UVB rays play a pivotal role in reducing solar eye damage. Alert! The snow's reflection can amplify the UV radiation of the Sun nearly twice.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 50.2°F (10.1°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C) respectively. In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which calculates the temperature value influenced by the moisture in the air, is evaluated at 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 80%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In Sterling Park, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

What is the wettest month?

The wettest months are February and December, with an average 1.18" (30mm) of rainfall.

How much does it rain in December?

In Sterling Park, in December, it is raining for 8.3 days, with typically 1.18" (30mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it start to snow?

December is the first month it typically snows. Throughout December, in the average 0.3 snowfall days, it receives 0.04" (1mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December in Sterling Park?

The average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Sterling Park?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:28 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?

The month with the least sunshine is December, with an average of 5h of sunshine.

How many hours of sunshine does Sterling Park have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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 in Sterling Park.

What is the UV index reading in December?

In Sterling Park, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a low health threat from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average temperature in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.2°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 (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°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 (30.9°F).

Average pressure in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average pressure in December - Sterling Park, 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
Sterling Park, TN

Average wind speed in December - Sterling Park, 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
Sterling Park, TN

Average humidity in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are June, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average rainfall in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 1.18"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and December (1.18").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.43").

Average rainfall days in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 8.3 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (11.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is October (6.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average snowfall in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.04"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.31").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 0.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (1.3 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Sterling Park, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 21.3 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (23.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (16.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average UV index in December - Sterling Park, 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
Sterling Park, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Sterling Park, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 49

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 51).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sterling Park, TN

Average visibility in December - Sterling Park, 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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