December weather forecast
Watauga, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in Watauga, Tennessee, with temperature in the range of an average low of 31.3°F (-0.4°C) and an average high of 45.1°F (7.3°C).

Temperature

The arrival of December corresponds with a light shift in temperature, down from a cool 53.2°F (11.8°C) in November to a chilly 45.1°F (7.3°C). Watauga, in the month of December, anticipates a consistent average low-temperature of 31.3°F (-0.4°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 13.1 days. Throughout December, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Watauga, during the entire year, the rain falls for 181.2 days and collects up to 30.51" (775mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, October through December. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

Daylight

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

Sunshine

In Watauga, the average sunshine in December is 5.1h.

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 value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for the average person.
Note: A maximum UV index of 2 in December translates into the following recommendations:
Extended exposure to the sun should always be avoided by children, infants, and those with sensitive skin. Considering the Sun's intensity during midday, it's wise to minimize direct exposure. Using UVA and UVB-protective sunglasses and sun-protective clothing is effective against UV radiation. Keep in mind! Snow's reflective quality can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
Updated: Aug 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the temperature in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 45.1°F (7.3°C) and 31.3°F (-0.4°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'feels like'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is estimated at 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity is 80%.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Watauga, in December, during 13.1 rainfall days, 2.87" (73mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

What is the snowiest month?

The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 7.8 days and typically aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Watauga, during December, snow falls for 7.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 4.92" (125mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Watauga?

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

In Watauga, the average day length in December is 9h and 44min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:22 am and sunset at 5:14 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:40 am and sunset at 5:24 pm EST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

The average sunshine duration in December is 5.1h.

When is the lowest UV index?

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

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 low health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Watauga, TN

Average temperature in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 45.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (82.4°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (40.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 31.3°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (59.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (25.5°F).

Average pressure in December
Watauga, TN

Average pressure in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is November (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Watauga, TN

Average wind speed in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 6.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (7.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (4mph).

Average humidity in December
Watauga, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (81%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is November (76%).

Average rainfall in December
Watauga, TN

Average rainfall in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.87"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.46").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
Watauga, TN

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

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (11.5 days).

Average snowfall in December
Watauga, TN

Average snowfall in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 4.92"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (4.92").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Watauga, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 7.8 days

The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January and February (10.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Watauga, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 4min

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 42min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 5h and 1min

The months with the most sunshine are June, July and August (Average sunshine: 10h and 12min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 36min).

Average sunshine days in December
Watauga, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 12.9 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (16.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (8.6 days).

Average UV index in December
Watauga, TN

Average UV index in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is August (UV index 6).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February and December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Watauga, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 56).
The month with the least cloud cover is August (Cloud cover 34).

Average visibility in December
Watauga, TN

Average visibility in December - Watauga, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 5mi

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

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