December weather forecast
Taft, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Taft, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between min 37°F (2.8°C) and max 50.7°F (10.4°C).

Temperature

Taft experiences a moderate temperature shift at the start of December, with average high-temperatures adjusting a bit from a refreshing 58.5°F (14.7°C) in November to a fresh 50.7°F (10.4°C). During the nights in December, Taft experiences a consistent average temperature of 37°F (2.8°C).

Humidity

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

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 4.25" (108mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 177.6 rainfall days, and 43.43" (1103mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through March, November and December are months with snowfall. In Taft, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated. In Taft, during the entire year, snow falls for 7.8 days and aggregates up to 1.97" (50mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year in Taft, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 4.7h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index are January and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
Extended time in the sun generally does not harm most, but those with sensitive skin, infants, and children should always be protected. Stay safe from the Sun's strongest UV rays by limiting exposure during midday. For effective sun eye protection, rely on sunglasses certified for UVA and UVB resistance. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in Taft in December?

In Taft, in December, the average high-temperature is 50.7°F (10.4°C), and the average low-temperature is 37°F (2.8°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'felt air temperature'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month in Taft?

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

What is the average humidity in December in Taft?

In Taft, Tennessee, the average relative humidity in December is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December in Taft?

In Taft, in December, it is raining for 13.1 days, with typically 4.25" (108mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December in Taft?

In Taft, Tennessee, in December, during 1.5 snowfall days, 0.35" (9mm) of snow is typically accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days in Taft?

December has the shortest days of the year in Taft, Tennessee, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Taft?

The average day length in December in Taft, Tennessee, is 9h and 51min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December in Taft?

On the first day of December in Taft, sunrise is at 6:37 am and sunset at 4:35 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:54 am and sunset at 4:45 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December in Taft?

In December, the average sunshine duration in Taft, Tennessee, is 4.7h.

When is the lowest UV index in Taft?

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

How high is the UV index in December in Taft?

In December, the average daily maximum UV index 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
Taft, TN

Average temperature in December - Taft, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.7°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (46.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 37°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (68.5°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (32.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Taft, TN

Average pressure in December - Taft, 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
Taft, TN

Average wind speed in December - Taft, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 7.7mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (8.3mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (4.5mph).

Average humidity in December
Taft, TN

Average humidity in December - Taft, 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 (74%).

Average rainfall in December
Taft, TN

Average rainfall in December - Taft, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 4.25"

The wettest months (with the highest rainfall) are February and April (4.45").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (2.32").

Average rainfall days in December
Taft, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Taft, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.1 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Taft, TN

Average snowfall in December - Taft, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.35"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.67").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Taft, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Taft, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.4 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
Taft, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Taft, 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 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 30min).

Average sunshine days in December
Taft, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Taft, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The months with the most sunshine days are October and November (18.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Taft, TN

Average UV index in December - Taft, 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 and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Taft, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Taft, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 51

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 30).

Average visibility in December
Taft, TN

Average visibility in December - Taft, 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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