December weather forecast
Memphis, TX

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Weather in December

December, the first month of the winter in Memphis, is still a cool month, with temperature in the range of an average low of 34.5°F (1.4°C) and an average high of 52.5°F (11.4°C).

Temperature

Memphis's December weather, with an average high temperature of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and an average low temperature of 34.5°F (1.4°C), tends to be the coldest of the year.

Humidity

The average relative humidity in December is 53%.

Rainfall

In Memphis, Texas, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated. In Memphis, during the entire year, the rain falls for 87.5 days and collects up to 15.55" (395mm) of precipitation.

Snowfall

Months with snowfall in Memphis are January through April, November and December. In Memphis, Texas, in December, snow falls for 2.3 days, with typically accumulated 0.47" (12mm) of snow. In Memphis, during the entire year, snow falls for 9.2 days and aggregates up to 3.9" (99mm) of snow.

Daylight

The month with the shortest days is December, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of December, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

Sunshine

December has the least sunshine of the year in Memphis, with an average of 6.7h of sunshine.

UV index

The month with the lowest UV index in Memphis, Texas, is December, with an average maximum UV index of 2. A UV Index value of 2, and less, symbolizes a minimal health hazard from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for average individuals.
Note: The average daily UV index of 2 in December transforms into the following instructions:
Children, infants, and individuals with sensitive skin should be constantly protected from extended sun exposure. Around midday, solar radiation is most harmful; hence, exposure should be limited. Clothes that are both tight-knit and comfortably loose are prime choices for sun protection. Take careful note! The UV radiation of the Sun can be nearly doubled by snow reflection.
Updated: Feb 14, 2024
Published by: Weather U.S. | About Us
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Frequently asked questions

What is the coldest month in Memphis?

December, with its high-temperature average of 52.5°F (11.4°C) and a low-temperature average of 34.5°F (1.4°C), is the coldest month in Memphis, Texas.

What is the average December temperature in Memphis?

In Memphis, 52.5°F (11.4°C) is the average high-temperature and 34.5°F (1.4°C) is the average low-temperature during December. The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'felt air temperature'), which represents the influence of relative humidity on air temperature, in September is estimated at 89.6°F (32°C).

What is the average humidity in December in Memphis?

The average relative humidity in December in Memphis is 53%.

How many days does it rain in December in Memphis?

In Memphis, in December, during 3.9 rainfall days, 0.59" (15mm) of precipitation is typically accumulated.

How many days does it snow in December in Memphis?

In Memphis, during December, snow falls for 2.3 days and regularly aggregates up to 0.47" (12mm) of snow.

What is the month with the shortest days in Memphis?

December has the shortest days of the year in Memphis, Texas, with an average of 9h and 54min of daylight.

What is the average length of the day in December in Memphis?

In Memphis, the average day length in December is 9h and 52min.

What time are sunrise and sunset in December in Memphis?

In December, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 7:31 am and sunset at 5:31 pm. On the last day of the month, in Memphis, Texas, sunrise is at 7:49 am and sunset at 5:41 pm CST.

What is the month with the least sunshine in Memphis?

With an average of 6.7h of sunshine, December has the least sunshine of the year in Memphis.

How many hours of sunshine does Memphis have in December?

The average sunshine duration in December in Memphis is 6.7h.

What is the month with the lowest UV index in Memphis?

With an average maximum UV index of 2, December is the month with the lowest UV index.

What is the UV index intensity in December in Memphis?

In Memphis, the average daily maximum UV index in December is 2. A UV Index estimate of 2, and below, represents a low health threat from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in December
Memphis, TX

Average temperature in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average high temperature in December: 52.5°F

The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (95.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is December (52.5°F).

  • Average low temperature in December: 34.5°F

The month with the highest average low temperature is July (74.8°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (33.8°F).

Average pressure in December
Memphis, TX

Average pressure in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average pressure in December: 30.11"Hg

The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.14"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).

Average wind speed in December
Memphis, TX

Average wind speed in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average wind speed in December: 9.8mph

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (13.2mph).
The calmest months (with the lowest average wind speed) are January and August (9.7mph).

Average humidity in December
Memphis, TX

Average humidity in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average humidity in December: 53%

The month with the highest relative humidity is September (55%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is August (46%).

Average rainfall in December
Memphis, TX

Average rainfall in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average rainfall in December: 0.59"

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.19").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.51").

Average rainfall days in December
Memphis, TX

Average rainfall days in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average rainfall days in December: 3.9 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (10.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are February and November (3.8 days).

Average snowfall in December
Memphis, TX

Average snowfall in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average snowfall in December: 0.47"

The month with the highest snowfall is February (1.73").
The months with the least snowfall are May, June, July, August, September and October (0").

Average snowfall days in December
Memphis, TX

Average snowfall days in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average snowfall days in December: 2.3 days

The month with the highest number of snowfall days is February (2.9 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).

Average daylight in December /
Average sunshine in December
Memphis, TX

Average daylight in December / Average sunshine in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average daylight in December: 9h and 5min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 54min).

  • Average sunshine in December: 6h and 4min

The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 11h and 30min).
The month with the least sunshine is December (Average sunshine: 6h and 42min).

Average sunshine days in December
Memphis, TX

Average sunshine days in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average sunshine days in December: 24.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is January (25.7 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (16.8 days).

Average UV index in December
Memphis, TX

Average UV index in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average UV index in December: 2

The month with the highest UV index is June (UV index 8).
The month with the lowest UV index is December (UV index 2).

Average cloud cover in December
Memphis, TX

Average cloud cover in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average cloud cover in December: 22

The months with the most cloud cover are March and April (Cloud cover 24).
The months with the least cloud cover are June and August (Cloud cover 16).

Average visibility in December
Memphis, TX

Average visibility in December - Memphis, TX
  • Average visibility in December: 6mi

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

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