December weather forecast
Union Central, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Union Central, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature fluctuating between 48.7°F (9.3°C) and 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December signals a subtle shift in temperature, down from a refreshing 57.6°F (14.2°C) in November to a chilly 48.7°F (9.3°C). In the month of December, the average low-temperature usually rests at a wintry 36.1°F (2.3°C).

Humidity

In Union Central, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

Rainfall

In Union Central, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation. In Union Central, during the entire year, the rain falls for 162.4 days and collects up to 38.35" (974mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through March, November and December. In Union Central, during December, snow falls for 1.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.63" (16mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 7.9 snowfall days, and 3.9" (99mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

With an average of 9h and 48min of daylight, December has the shortest days of the year.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Union Central, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

UV index

February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health risk from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the average person.
Note: In December, a regular UV index of 2 translates into these guidelines:
Those with sensitive skin, infants, and children require constant safeguarding from prolonged sun exposure. The most potent solar radiation is around mid-day, so one should minimize exposure to direct sunlight during this period. For excellent sun protection for the eyes, ears, face, and neck, consider a wide-brim hat. Be aware! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly twice due to snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 19, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Union Central, is 48.7°F (9.3°C), while the average low-temperature is 36.1°F (2.3°C). In September, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'feels like', 'apparent temperature'), which factors the actual air temperature with the relative humidity, is appraised at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In Union Central, the average relative humidity in December is 79%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Union Central, in December, it is raining for 12.7 days, with typically 3.62" (92mm) of accumulated precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 1.2 days. Throughout December, 0.63" (16mm) of snow is accumulated.

What is the month with the shortest days?

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

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Union Central, the average day length in December is 9h and 46min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 6:47 am and sunset at 4:41 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:05 am and sunset at 4:51 pm CST.

How many hours of sunshine does Union Central have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Union Central is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index reading in December?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Union Central, TN

Average temperature in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.7°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 (44.6°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 36.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (70.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (31.1°F).

Average pressure in December
Union Central, TN

Average pressure in December - Union Central, 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 (29.95"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Union Central, TN

Average wind speed in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 8.4mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (9mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (5.3mph).

Average humidity in December
Union Central, TN

Average humidity in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The month with the highest relative humidity is March (80%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (71%).

Average rainfall in December
Union Central, TN

Average rainfall in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.62"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (4.13").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.77").

Average rainfall days in December
Union Central, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.7 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.6 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10 days).

Average snowfall in December
Union Central, TN

Average snowfall in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.63"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.1").
The months with the least snowfall are April, May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Union Central, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.2 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (2.8 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
Union Central, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Union Central, 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 5min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 42min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Union Central, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (19.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Union Central, TN

Average UV index in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The months with the highest UV index are June and July (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Union Central, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Union Central, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 48

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).

Average visibility in December
Union Central, TN

Average visibility in December - Union Central, 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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