December weather forecast
West Forest, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is also a frosty month in West Forest, Tennessee, with an average temperature fluctuating between 35.1°F (1.7°C) and 49.1°F (9.5°C).

Temperature

The transition into December involves a small decrease in the average high-temperature, dipping slightly from a refreshing 57.2°F (14°C) in November to a frosty 49.1°F (9.5°C). An average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C) is noted during the month of December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In December, the rain falls for 12.2 days. Throughout December, 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 148.9 rainfall days, and 29.57" (751mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, it is snowing for 1.7 days. Throughout December, 0.47" (12mm) of snow is accumulated. In West Forest, during the entire year, snow falls for 11.5 days and aggregates up to 3.94" (100mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days 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 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5h.

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 low threat to health from exposure to the Sun's UV radiation for the ordinary person.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 during December translates into the following recommendations:
Most individuals face no major issues with lengthy exposure to the sun, but children, infants, and individuals with fair skin always require protection. The Sun's radiation is especially intense around midday; try to stay in shade during this period. Select sunglasses that boast both UVA and UVB protection to limit the adverse effects of the sun on the eyes. Forewarned is forearmed! The Sun's UV radiation can be almost doubled in intensity by snow reflection.
Updated: Jul 12, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What are the temperatures in December?

West Forest in December has an average high-temperature of 49.1°F (9.5°C) and an average low-temperature of 35.1°F (1.7°C). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'apparent temperature', 'real feel'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, in September is computed to be 87.8°F (31°C).

What is the most humid month?

The months with the highest humidity in West Forest are February and December, with an average relative humidity of 78%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In West Forest, the average relative humidity in December is 78%.

How much does it rain in December?

In West Forest, during December, the rain falls for 12.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.07" (78mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it snow in December?

In West Forest, during December, snow falls for 1.7 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

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.

What is the average length of the day in December?

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

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:28 am and sunset at 5:22 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:46 am and sunset at 5:32 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does West Forest have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5h.

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.

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In West Forest, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal health vulnerability from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Forest, TN

Average temperature in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.1°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (88.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (44.8°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.1°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (66.7°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (29.3°F).

Average pressure in December
West Forest, TN

Average pressure in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.14"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
West Forest, TN

Average wind speed in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.2mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
West Forest, TN

Average humidity in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 78%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (78%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (70%).

Average rainfall in December
West Forest, TN

Average rainfall in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.07"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.5").

Average rainfall days in December
West Forest, TN

Average rainfall days in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.2 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (16.2 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.4 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Forest, TN

Average snowfall in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.57").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
West Forest, TN

Average snowfall days in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.8 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are May, June, July, August, September and October (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
West Forest, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Forest, 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: 5h and 0min

The month with the most sunshine is June (Average sunshine: 10h and 36min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 54min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Forest, TN

Average sunshine days in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 17 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (12.9 days).

Average UV index in December
West Forest, TN

Average UV index in December - West Forest, 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
West Forest, TN

Average cloud cover in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 50

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
West Forest, TN

Average visibility in December - West Forest, TN
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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