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Knoxville weather in December (Tennessee, United States of America)

Is December a good time to explore Knoxville weather-wise? Curious if the timing is right for your trip? Our page offers an in-depth look at the monthly weather conditions.

Temperatures

In December, Knoxville typically experiences low temperatures and high rainfall. During December, the winter season is in full swing. Expect temperatures to climb to 11°C during the day, with nighttime readings dropping to 1°C.

Precipitation

Knoxville in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 147 mm for the month. During the wettest month of the year, an umbrella can be your best friend to stay dry. Historically, approximately 13 days this month are expected to have rain.

Average sunshine

The month experiences a moderate amount of sunlight, with 125 hours hours. A nice balance between sunshine and clouds.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Knoxville. May and October typically offer the most agreeable circumstances. On the other hand, January, February and December tend to be characterized by conditions that may not be as optimal.

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Knoxville, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 43%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 147 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 13 days  
HumidityHumidity 73%  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 40%  

Where to go in the United States of America in December

Find out more about the weather in the United States of America and which places have the best travel conditions in this month.

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Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C and 29°C and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm a month).

So, what should you wear in this month?

Plan on layering your clothes. Some days or part of the day it will be nice and warm and some moments it can be a bit chilly. Bring a rain jacket in case it rains during your stay.

What To Do

We rated the following activities from 1 (least suitable) to 10 (best) to do.

Swimming
5/10
Cycling
5/10
Walking
5/10
Camping
3/10
Outdoor sports
5/10

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