December weather forecast
West Ridge, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in West Ridge, Tennessee, with an average temperature ranging between max 47.3°F (8.5°C) and min 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Temperature

December witnesses a gentle descent in average high-temperature, descending from November's refreshing 55.9°F (13.3°C) to a chilly 47.3°F (8.5°C). During December, the nighttime temperature averages of 32.9°F (0.5°C).

Humidity

In December, the average relative humidity is 78%.

Rainfall

In West Ridge, in December, it is raining for 10.9 days, with typically 2.17" (55mm) of accumulated precipitation. In West Ridge, during the entire year, the rain falls for 147.1 days and collects up to 23.46" (596mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

January through April, November and December are months with snowfall. In December, in West Ridge, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) of snow is accumulated. Throughout the year, there are 16.7 snowfall days, and 5.35" (136mm) of snow is accumulated.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.
On the first day of December, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

Sunshine

In December, the average sunshine is 5.3h.

UV index

January, February and December, with an average maximum UV index of 2, are months with the lowest UV index. A UV Index of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for ordinary individuals.
Note: The maximum UV index of 2 during December translates into these guidelines:
While sun exposure does not greatly affect most, individuals with fair skin, babies, and children always need vigilant safeguarding. The solar radiation is most powerful near the mid-day, so the exposure to the direct Sun should be reduced accordingly. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Be prepared! The intensity of the Sun's UV radiation can be amplified nearly double due to snow reflection.
Updated: Aug 29, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for West Ridge in December?

The average high-temperature and low-temperature during December are 47.3°F (8.5°C) and 32.9°F (0.5°C) respectively. In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'real feel'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In West Ridge, in December, during 10.9 rainfall days, 2.17" (55mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In December, it is snowing for 2.7 days. Throughout December, 1.38" (35mm) 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 42min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does West Ridge have in December?

In December, the average day length is 9h and 43min.

When are sunrise and sunset in December in West Ridge?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:24 am and sunset at 5:15 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:42 am and sunset at 5:25 pm EST.

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

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.3h.

When is 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?

The average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index reading of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from unprotected exposure to UV radiation.
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Average temperature in December
West Ridge, TN

Average temperature in December - West Ridge, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 47.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (85.8°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (42.4°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 32.9°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (62.2°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (27.1°F).

Average pressure in December
West Ridge, TN

Average pressure in December - West Ridge, 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
West Ridge, TN

Average wind speed in December - West Ridge, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.6mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.5mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.8mph).

Average humidity in December
West Ridge, TN

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

The month with the highest relative humidity is February (79%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are July, August, September and November (74%).

Average rainfall in December
West Ridge, TN

Average rainfall in December - West Ridge, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 2.17"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.03").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (0.98").

Average rainfall days in December
West Ridge, TN

Average rainfall days in December - West Ridge, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 10.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (15.9 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8 days).

Average snowfall in December
West Ridge, TN

Average snowfall in December - West Ridge, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 1.38"

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

Average snowfall days in December
West Ridge, TN

Average snowfall days in December - West Ridge, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.7 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (5.2 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 Ridge, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - West Ridge, 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 2min

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 48min).

Average sunshine days in December
West Ridge, TN

Average sunshine days in December - West Ridge, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (20.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.9 days).

Average UV index in December
West Ridge, TN

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

Average cloud cover in December - West Ridge, 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 August (Cloud cover 28).

Average visibility in December
West Ridge, TN

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

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

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