December weather forecast
Sykes, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Sykes, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 48.6°F (9.2°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

The commencement of December indicates a gentle shift in the average high-temperature, receding from November's mild 56.7°F (13.7°C) to a chilly 48.6°F (9.2°C). Nighttime temperature experiences an average drop to a cold 35.2°F (1.8°C) in December.

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In Sykes, in December, during 13.5 rainfall days, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Sykes, during the entire year, the rain falls for 177.2 days and collects up to 40.94" (1040mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall in Sykes. In December, it is snowing for 2.6 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated. In Sykes, during the entire year, snow falls for 14 days and aggregates up to 3.58" (91mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Sykes, Tennessee, is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December is 4.6h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
While most people are not greatly affected by extended sun exposure, those with fair skin, babies, and children must always have protection. Avoid the Sun's strongest UV rays by seeking shade and limiting exposure during midday. It's wise to wear UVA and UVB-blocking sunglasses when the sun shines brightly. Take precaution! The reflection from snow can almost double the UV radiation of the Sun.
Updated: Jul 13, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

During December, Sykes experiences an average high-temperature of 48.6°F (9.2°C) and a low-temperature of 35.2°F (1.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is calculated to be 84.2°F (29°C).

What is the most humid month?

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

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How much does it rain in December?

In December, the rain falls for 13.5 days. Throughout December, 3.27" (83mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Sykes, in December, during 2.6 snowfall days, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

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.

How many hours of daylight does Sykes have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 45min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 6:36 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:39 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Sykes, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.6h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index in Sykes?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

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

Average temperature in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.6°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.7°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (67.1°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Sykes, TN

Average pressure in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
Sykes, TN

Average wind speed in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (7.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4.2mph).

Average humidity in December
Sykes, TN

Average humidity in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 80%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (80%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are October and November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.27"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and July (4.17").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Sykes, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.5 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.8 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Sykes, TN

Average snowfall in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.34").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Sykes, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.6 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
Sykes, TN

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

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 18min).

Average sunshine days in December
Sykes, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.2 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10 days).

Average UV index in December
Sykes, TN

Average UV index in December - Sykes, 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
Sykes, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 55).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Sykes, TN

Average visibility in December - Sykes, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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