December weather forecast
Whitwell, TN

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Weather in December

The first month of the winter, December, is still a chilly month in Whitwell, Tennessee, with an average temperature varying between 49.3°F (9.6°C) and 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Temperature

In Whitwell, entering December brings a subtle temperature decrement, reducing from November's mild 57°F (13.9°C) to a frosty 49.3°F (9.6°C). Whitwell's nights in December experience an average temperature drop to an icy 35.2°F (1.8°C).

Humidity

December is the most humid month, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

Rainfall

December is the month with the most rainfall. Rain falls for 12.4 days and accumulates 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall are January through April, November and December. In Whitwell, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow. Throughout the year, there are 11.1 snowfall days, and 2.36" (60mm) of snow is accumulated.

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 6:32 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

Sunshine

In Whitwell, the average sunshine in December is 4.8h.

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 minimal health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the ordinary person.
Note: A maximum high daily UV index of 2 during December translates into the following directions:
The majority are not significantly affected by prolonged sun exposure. Infants, children, and those with fair skin must always have protection. The Sun's UV radiation is especially harmful around midday, so reduce exposure and stay safe. Opt for tightly woven and loose clothing to enhance protection from the Sun. Remember to consider! The UV radiation from the Sun can be intensified nearly twice by the reflection of snow.
Updated: Jun 11, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the usual temperature for Whitwell in December?

The average high-temperature, in December, in Whitwell, is 49.3°F (9.6°C), while the average low-temperature is 35.2°F (1.8°C). In August, the average heat index (a.k.a. 'felt air temperature', 'feels like'), which combines relative humidity and air temperature, is estimated at 98.6°F (37°C).

What is the most humid month?

The most humid month is December, with an average relative humidity of 81%.

What is the average humidity in December?

In December, the average relative humidity in Whitwell is 81%.

What is the rainiest month?

The month with the most rainfall is December, when the rain falls for 12.4 days and typically aggregates up to 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation.

How many days does it rain in December?

In Whitwell, in December, during 12.4 rainfall days, 3.5" (89mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December?

In Whitwell, in December, snow falls for 1.8 days, with typically accumulated 0.59" (15mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Whitwell?

December has the shortest days of the year in Whitwell, with an average of 9h and 48min of daylight.

How many hours of daylight does Whitwell have in December?

In Whitwell, the average day length in December is 9h and 50min.

When is the sunrise / sunset in December?

On the first day of December in Whitwell, sunrise is at 6:32 am and sunset at 4:29 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:50 am and sunset at 4:40 pm CST.

How long on average sun shines in December?

In Whitwell, the average sunshine duration in December is 4.8h.

What are the months with the lowest UV index?

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

What is the UV index intensity in December?

In Whitwell, 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
Whitwell, TN

Average temperature in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average high temperature in December: 49.3°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (86.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (45.1°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 35.2°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (30.6°F).

Average pressure in December
Whitwell, TN

Average pressure in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average pressure in December: 30.15"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.17"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Whitwell, TN

Average wind speed in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average wind speed in December: 5.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (6.6mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (3.9mph).

Average humidity in December
Whitwell, TN

Average humidity in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average humidity in December: 81%

The month with the highest relative humidity is December (81%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are January, June, October and November (77%).

Average rainfall in December
Whitwell, TN

Average rainfall in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average rainfall in December: 3.5"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is December (3.5").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is November (2.05").

Average rainfall days in December
Whitwell, TN

Average rainfall days in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average rainfall days in December: 12.4 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (19.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is November (8.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Whitwell, TN

Average snowfall in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.59"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (0.75").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Whitwell, TN

Average snowfall days in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average snowfall days in December: 1.8 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (3.7 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
Whitwell, TN

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
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 24min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).

Average sunshine days in December
Whitwell, TN

Average sunshine days in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average sunshine days in December: 16 days

The month with the most sunshine days is November (19.3 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (9.9 days).

Average UV index in December
Whitwell, TN

Average UV index in December - Whitwell, 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
Whitwell, TN

Average cloud cover in December - Whitwell, TN
  • Average cloud cover in December: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 54).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 33).

Average visibility in December
Whitwell, TN

Average visibility in December - Whitwell, 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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