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Oak Ridge weather in December (Tennessee, United States of America)

Wondering what the weather is like in Oak Ridge during December? Find out what kind of weather to expect during this month.

Temperatures

In December, Oak Ridge usually has low temperatures and high rainfall. Experience the winter season in December. Throughout the day, temperatures typically settle at around 11°C. But by evening, they drop to around 1°C.

Precipitation

Oak Ridge in December usually receives high rainfall, averaging around 155 mm for the month. With peak rainfall occurring this month, heavy downpours are common. It's advisable to have a poncho on hand to manage the rain. Typically, you can expect about 14 days of rain this month.

Average sunshine

With about 125 hours of sunshine, the area enjoys a nice balance of sun and clouds, creating a pleasant environment.

If you're looking for dry conditions and comfortable temperatures, December may not be the ideal month to visit Oak Ridge. 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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Oak Ridge, monthly averages in December

Min TemperatureMin Temperature 1°C  
Max TemperatureMax Temperature 11°C  
Chance of RainChance of Rain 46%  
PrecipitationPrecipitation 155 mm  
Rainy daysRainy days 14 days  
HumidityHumidity 73% *  
SunshineSunshine 125 hours *  
Percentage SunshinePercentage Sunshine 40% *  
Data from: Knoxville, the United States of America (31 KM, 19 Miles).

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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