December weather forecast
Tellico Plains, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Tellico Plains, is still a cool month, with an average temperature ranging between max 50.4°F (10.2°C) and min 36°F (2.2°C).

Temperature

December brings a slight decrease in the average high-temperature, shifting from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a cool 50.4°F (10.2°C). Tellico Plains, during the month of December, experiences an average low-temperature of 36°F (2.2°C).

Humidity

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 79%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Tellico Plains, during the entire year, the rain falls for 170.1 days and collects up to 33.23" (844mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Tellico Plains, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.39" (10mm) of snow. In Tellico Plains, Tennessee, during the entire year, snow falls for 14.2 days and aggregates up to 2.36" (60mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days in Tellico Plains is December, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

Sunshine

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h 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 minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: The maximum UV index, 2 during December, leads to the following recommendations:
Protection from prolonged sun exposure is necessary for babies, children, and individuals with sensitive skin. Midday Sun has the strongest UV rays, making it crucial to limit exposure and find shade. In bright sunlight, prioritize sunglasses that grant protection from UVA and UVB radiation. Note well! The intensity of the Sun's UV rays can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 30, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the average December temperature?

In December, the average high-temperature and low-temperature are 50.4°F (10.2°C) and 36°F (2.2°C) respectively. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in September is computed to be 86°F (30°C).

What is the most humid month?

With an average relative humidity of 79%, December is the most humid month.

What is the average humidity in December?

The average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December in Tellico Plains?

In December, the rain falls for 13.4 days. Throughout December, 2.99" (76mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

How much does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.3 days. Throughout December, 0.39" (10mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 49min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:24 pm. On the last day of the month, in Tellico Plains, sunrise is at 7:45 am and sunset at 5:35 pm EST.

What is the month with the least sunshine?

The months with the least sunshine are January and December, with an average of 5.1h of sunshine.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.1h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

How high is the UV index in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average temperature in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 50.4°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 (46°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (65.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average pressure in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January and November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average wind speed in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average humidity in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are August, October and November (75%).

Average rainfall in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average rainfall in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.99"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is July (3.94").
The driest months (with the least rainfall) are September and November (1.89").

Average rainfall days in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (18.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (9.1 days).

Average snowfall in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average snowfall in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.39"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (4.6 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
Tellico Plains, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Tellico Plains, 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 1min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 30min).
The months with the least sunshine are January and December (Average sunshine: 5h and 6min).

Average sunshine days in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 15.5 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (10.4 days).

Average UV index in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average UV index in December - Tellico Plains, 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
Tellico Plains, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
Tellico Plains, TN

Average visibility in December - Tellico Plains, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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