December weather forecast
Whitesburg, TN

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Whitesburg, is also a frosty month, with an average temperature varying between 34°F (1.1°C) and 48.2°F (9°C).

Temperature

The shift from November to December includes a small decrease in the average high-temperature, from a refreshing 56.1°F (13.4°C) to a frosty 48.2°F (9°C). Whitesburg registers a consistent average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C) during December.

Humidity

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are the most humid months.

Rainfall

In Whitesburg, during December, the rain falls for 13.8 days and regularly aggregates up to 3.23" (82mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 172.1 rainfall days, and 31.02" (788mm) of precipitation is accumulated.

Snowfall

January through April, October through December are months with snowfall. The month with the most snowfall is December, when snow falls for 5.5 days and typically aggregates up to 2.83" (72mm) 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 7:25 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in December in Whitesburg is 5.4h.

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 hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.
Note: The daily high UV index of 2 in December translates into this advice:
Although prolonged sun exposure does not typically bother most people, children, babies, and those with sensitive skin should always have protection. Being exposed to the midday Sun can have harmful effects due to strong UV radiation; always take precautions. Safeguard your eyes, ears, and face from sun rays with the aid of a wide-brim hat. Be watchful! The reflection of snow can enhance the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation nearly double.
Updated: Jun 28, 2024
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Frequently asked questions

What are December temperatures?

Whitesburg in December has an average high-temperature of 48.2°F (9°C) and an average low-temperature of 34°F (1.1°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which combines air temperature and relative humidity, is calculated to be 95°F (35°C).

What are the most humid months?

February and December, with an average relative humidity of 79%, are most humid months.

What is the average humidity in December?

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

How much does it rain in December?

In Whitesburg, in December, it is raining for 13.8 days, with typically 3.23" (82mm) of accumulated precipitation.

When does it snow the most?

December is the month with the most snowfall. Snow falls for 5.5 days and accumulates 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

How much does it snow in December?

In Whitesburg, in December, snow falls for 5.5 days, with typically accumulated 2.83" (72mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days?

December has the shortest days of the year, with an average of 9h and 42min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December?

The average day length in December in Whitesburg is 9h and 44min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:25 am and sunset at 5:17 pm. On the last day of the month, in Whitesburg, Tennessee, sunrise is at 7:43 am and sunset at 5:28 pm EST.

How many hours of sunshine does Whitesburg have in December?

In December, the average sunshine duration is 5.4h.

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?

In Whitesburg, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a minimal hazard to health from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average temperature in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 48.2°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (43.2°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (28.2°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average pressure in December - Whitesburg, 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 (29.99"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average wind speed in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.3mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (6.2mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average humidity in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 79%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and December (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (73%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average rainfall in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.23"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is February (3.66").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (1.73").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 13.8 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (16.7 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (10.6 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average snowfall in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 2.83"

The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.83").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August and September (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 5.5 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (8.3 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
Whitesburg, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitesburg, 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 months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 5h and 0min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 14.1 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (16.9 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is February (10.3 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitesburg, TN

Average UV index in December - Whitesburg, 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
Whitesburg, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Whitesburg, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 46

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 50).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 27).

Average visibility in December
Whitesburg, TN

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

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

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