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Tennessee Weather in December

Average temperatures, rainfall, sunshine and the best places to visit in Tennessee, the United States of America in December.

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Planning a getaway to Tennessee, the United States of America this December and curious about the weather you should prepare for? Discover all the vital details you need on this page, solving your puzzle:

What to Expect in Tennessee in December

Tennessee, the United States of America is a region in the United States of America. December in Tennessee generally has temperatures that range from cold to mild, with precipitation levels ranging from moderate to heavy. December is a winter month.

Temperatures

Based on our climate data spanning from 1990-2020, the average maximum temperature is cold in Mountain City at 9°C (48°F) to mild in Chattanooga at 12°C (54°F). Nighttime temperatures generally drop to 2°C (36°F) in Chattanooga and -2°C (28°F) in Mountain City.

To explore the conditions in Tennessee, the United States of America in more detail, check the map below.

Precipitation

In December, precipitation varies across different areas. From moderate snow/rainfall in Greeneville with an average of 100 mm (3.9 in) to heavy snow/rainfall in Athens with 170 mm (6.7 in).

Average sunshine

Sunshine is fairly consistent across many areas. Gatlinburg receives about 125 hours of sunlight in December, providing a good balance between sunny spells and cloud cover. If you're after more sunshine hours, take a look at our weather planner for other sun-rich destinations worldwide.

Explore Tennessee by month

Pick a month to see the average temperature, rainfall and sunshine in Tennessee - and find the best time to visit. (based on Gatlinburg)

January8°C (46°F) February9°C (48°F) March16°C (61°F) April21°C (70°F) May24°C (75°F) June28°C (82°F) This monthJuly29°C (84°F) August29°C (84°F) September26°C (79°F) October20°C (68°F) November15°C (59°F) December11°C (52°F)
Best Time to Visit Tennessee →

Best Places to Visit in Tennessee in December

Click on a destination dot for more details. Toggle the map to compare temperatures or precipitation across Tennessee.

Conditions Temperatures Precipitation
perfect weather
pleasant
tolerable
unpleasant
poor

Perfect weather is subjective. On this map perfect weather has been defined with temperatures between 20°C (68°F) and 29°C (84°F) and not too much precipitation (less than 90 mm (3.5 in) a month).

Popular Destinations in Tennessee

What is the weather like in December for some of the most popular destinations in Tennessee, the United States of America?

Temperature range in Tennessee (December)

Precipitation variation in Tennessee (December)

Gatlinburg

In December Gatlinburg generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around -1°C (30°F) and high monthly snow/rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
0°C (32°F)
-1°C (30°F)
-4°C (25°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
125 hours
134 hours
Monthly snow/rainfall
101 mm (4 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
126 mm (5 in)
Monthly rainy days
11 days
16 days
15 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Gatlinburg →

Pigeon Forge

In December Pigeon Forge generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
15°C (59°F)
11°C (52°F)
8°C (46°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
125 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
95 mm (3.7 in)
133 mm (5.2 in)
122 mm (4.8 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
15 days
14 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Pigeon Forge →

Sevierville

In December Sevierville generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 0°C (32°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
12°C (54°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
2°C (36°F)
0°C (32°F)
-3°C (27°F)
Monthly sun hours
153 hours
125 hours
134 hours
Monthly rainfall
93 mm (3.7 in)
138 mm (5.4 in)
118 mm (4.6 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
14 days
13 days
Weather conditions
good
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Sevierville →

Memphis

In December Memphis generally has moderate temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 12°C (54°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 3°C (37°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
17°C (63°F)
12°C (54°F)
10°C (50°F)
Min temperature
6°C (43°F)
3°C (37°F)
0°C (32°F)
Monthly sun hours
172 hours
152 hours
165 hours
Monthly rainfall
116 mm (4.6 in)
135 mm (5.3 in)
109 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
9 days
12 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Memphis →

Jackson

In December Jackson generally has low temperatures with maximum daytime temperatures around 11°C (52°F), minimum nighttime temperatures around 1°C (34°F) and high monthly rainfall. So on average the conditions are less favorable that month.

« November
December
January »
November
December
January
Max temperature
16°C (61°F)
11°C (52°F)
9°C (48°F)
Min temperature
3°C (37°F)
1°C (34°F)
-2°C (28°F)
Monthly rainfall
108 mm (4.3 in)
132 mm (5.2 in)
108 mm (4.3 in)
Monthly rainy days
10 days
13 days
10 days
Weather conditions
mixed
less favorable
less favorable
Climate in Jackson →

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Popular cities in December

Day & night temperatures, rainfall and average weather in Tennessee in December.

City Weather Day temp Night temp Rainfall
Gatlinburg 11°C (52°F) -1°C (30°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Pigeon Forge 11°C (52°F) 0°C (32°F) 133 mm (5.2 in)
Sevierville 12°C (54°F) 0°C (32°F) 138 mm (5.4 in)
Memphis 12°C (54°F) 3°C (37°F) 135 mm (5.3 in)
Jackson 11°C (52°F) 1°C (34°F) 132 mm (5.2 in)
Germantown 12°C (54°F) 2°C (36°F) 139 mm (5.5 in)

Tennessee weather in December: frequently asked questions

What is the weather like in Tennessee, the United States of America in December?

Tennessee, the United States of America typically experiences less favorable weather in December, part of the winter season. Daytime highs in Gatlinburg average around 11°C (52°F), and temperatures drop to about -1°C (30°F) at night.

What is the average temperature in Tennessee, the United States of America in December?

Gatlinburg averages a daytime maximum of 11°C (52°F) in December, with overnight lows close to -1°C (30°F).

Does Tennessee, the United States of America get a lot of snow/rain in December?

Yes, December tends to be a wetter month in Tennessee, the United States of America. Average snow/rainfall in Gatlinburg sits around 135 mm (5.3 in).

Is December a Good Time to Visit Tennessee, the United States of America?

In our opinion, December may not be the ideal time to visit Tennessee, the United States of America due to the typically less favorable weather in Gatlinburg.

Generally speaking, October provides excellent weather in Gatlinburg. On the other hand, the months of January, February and December tend to have less favorable weather conditions.

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