United StatesAverage weather for Tennessee in December
It's cool in December in Tennessee with an average temperature of 13°C. Temperatures this month range from a low of 8°C to a high of 15°C. At night, you can expect temperatures between -2°C and 6°C.
Start of December
The month of December starts in Tennessee with cool temps, averaging around 14°C during the day and nights around 3°C. A few showers might pop up early in the month, but overall, it’ll stay mostly sunny and dry.
Mid December
By mid-December, daytime temps drop to around 12°C, with nights around 2°C. There’s a chance of some showers during this time, but plenty of dry and sunny days too.
End of December
By the end of December, the average daytime temperature in Tennessee is around 13°C, while nighttime temps are about 4°C. A shower might pop up, but overall, the weather will be dry and sunny.
In December, there is an average of 73 mm of precipitation, spread over 8 days. Of the total precipitation, about 0,4 cm falls as snow in December. The wind speed is around 4 Bft, mostly coming from the South.
Tennessee in December |
New York | ||
|---|---|---|---|
 Average temperature |
13°C | 9°C | |
 Max. temperature |
15°C | 12°C | |
| Min. temperature |
8°C | -5°C | |
 Total precipitation |
73 mm | 133 mm | |
| Rainy days |
8 days | 17 days | |
 Total snowfall |
0,4 cm | 9,7 cm | |
| Snowy days |
1 day | 3 days | |
November
UV index
The UV index is a maximum of 4 this month. That's a moderate value on the intensity scale of 1 to 11. Unprotected skin can burn in about 30 minutes.
Temperature records
With 24°C in 2015, Tennessee reached the highest temperature in December over the past 10 years. The lowest daytime temperature in this month was -10°C in 2022. The extreme nighttime temperatures ranged from a lowest recorded value of -19°C to a highest value of 19°C.
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Daily Temperature in December in Tennessee
This chart shows the average daily high and low temperatures in December for Tennessee, in degrees Celsius. The red line represents the highs, and the blue line shows the lows. The days of the month are displayed at the bottom of the chart. The data, based on historical observations, provide the average temperatures for this month.
Daily Precipitation in December in Tennessee
The chart below shows the average daily precipitation in December for Tennessee, measured in millimeters over the past few years. Precipitation is always measured as water, even if it’s snow or hail. The days of the month are listed at the bottom of the chart.
A low average precipitation means that the chance of rain on that day is usually small, while a higher average suggests that it rained more often. But remember, it’s just an average, and every day can be different. Based on historical weather data for December, you can expect about 8 days of precipitation in Tennessee.
Daily Snowfall in December in Tennessee
This chart shows the average daily snowfall in December in Tennessee, measured in centimeters. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. The data is based on historical measurements and gives an idea of the average snowfall in December.
Daily UV index in December in Tennessee
This chart shows the average daily UV index in December in Tennessee, with the UV index ranging from 0 to a maximum of 11. The bottom of the chart shows the days of the month. Based on historical data, this chart provides an idea of the daily UV radiation levels you can expect.
Temperature in December in Tennessee over the years
This chart shows the average temperature in December in Tennessee, measured in degrees Celsius, over the past few years.
Total precipitation in December in Tennessee over the years
This chart shows the average precipitation in December in Tennessee, measured in millimeters over the past years. Precipitation is always measured as water, whether it’s snow or hail.
Snowfall in December in Tennessee per year
This chart shows the average snowfall in December in Tennessee, measured in centimeters, over the past few years.
Daily weather in December for Tennessee
Click on any day in December to get detailed info about the usual weather on that day in Tennessee. Check out the historical temperatures and precipitation over the past 10 years on this day.
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Average weather in Tennessee by month
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