Last updated: June 24, 2025
The average temperature in Memphis, United States during December hovers around 0°C (32°F), with a minimum dipping as low as -20°C (-4°F) and a maximum reaching up to 18°C (64°F). Expect 53 mm (2.1 in) of precipitation spread over 9 days, coupled with an average humidity of 86%, creating a distinctly chilly and damp atmosphere.
In December in Memphis, the average temperature is 0°C (32°F). Maximums can reach 18°C (64°F) and minimums can drop as low as -20°C (-4°F). Be prepared for a wide range of temperatures when traveling to Memphis during this month.
In Memphis in December, the total precipitation amount is 53 mm (2.1 in) spread over 9 days.
In Memphis in December humidity is 86%. With an average temperature of 0°C (32°F), this humidity feels like a biting chill that seeps into your bones, making travel feel uncomfortable and damp, as the cold air combines with the moisture to create a brisk sensation that may deter outdoor exploration.
In Memphis in December, the maximum UV index is 2, which corresponds to a low exposure category. With this level of UV radiation, the time to burn is approximately 45 minutes. To learn more about the hourly UV index in Memphis, you can visit Hourly UV Index in Memphis.
UV Risk Categories
Weather in Memphis varies notably across the year, with each month offering distinct climate conditions. This page compares December’s weather to other months in Memphis, focusing on differences in temperature, rainfall, humidity, and UV levels.
| Temperature | Precipitation | Humidity | UV | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Weather | -3°C (26°F) | 61 mm (2.4 inches) | 88% | low |
| February Weather | -3°C (27°F) | 66 mm (2.6 inches) | 87% | moderate |
| March Weather | 2°C (36°F) | 64 mm (2.5 inches) | 85% | moderate |
| April Weather | 7°C (46°F) | 93 mm (3.7 inches) | 86% | very high |
| May Weather | 14°C (58°F) | 103 mm (4.1 inches) | 80% | very high |
| June Weather | 20°C (69°F) | 98 mm (3.9 inches) | 80% | very high |
| July Weather | 23°C (74°F) | 83 mm (3.3 inches) | 80% | very high |
| August Weather | 22°C (71°F) | 86 mm (3.4 inches) | 80% | very high |
| September Weather | 18°C (65°F) | 79 mm (3.1 inches) | 80% | high |
| October Weather | 12°C (53°F) | 106 mm (4.2 inches) | 84% | moderate |
| November Weather | 4°C (39°F) | 69 mm (2.7 inches) | 89% | moderate |
| December Weather | 0°C (32°F) | 53 mm (2.1 inches) | 86% | low |